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AU56 OAM

2006 Volvo V50

Red Petrol 2435cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires29 Apr 2027
Tests18 (17 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate94.4%

Mileage

120,155 mi
Last recorded120,155 miles
Recorded on30 Apr 2026
Typical for 2006 Volvo V5097,883 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAU56 OAM
MakeVolvo
ModelV50
Year2006
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,435cc

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MOT History

17 pass 1 fail
Pass 30 Apr 2026 120,155 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear wish bone bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 11 Feb 2025 107,594 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 23 Feb 2024 98,279 miles

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Fail 23 Feb 2024 98,277 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Rear Inner Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Pass 16 Aug 2022 85,145 miles
Pass 16 Aug 2021 82,352 miles
Pass 3 Aug 2020 81,962 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 15 Aug 2019 81,199 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 20 Aug 2018 79,303 miles

both rear tyres worn on inside edge making noise like worn wheel bearings ( blocking )

Pass 14 Aug 2017 77,727 miles
Pass 17 Aug 2016 75,980 miles
Pass 3 Aug 2015 73,419 miles
Pass 26 Aug 2014 71,979 miles
Pass 17 Sep 2013 70,463 miles

Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Pass 12 Sep 2012 61,408 miles

Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Pass 14 Sep 2011 52,093 miles
Pass 15 Sep 2010 41,622 miles
Pass 9 Sep 2009 31,497 miles

How Reliable is the Volvo V50?

Based on 920,660 MOT tests across 54,346 vehicles.

72.8%
Pass Rate
7,637
Miles/Year
22
Year Lifespan
54,346
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 22,058
Registration plate lamp not working 11,891
Tyre has ply or cords exposed 10,891
coil spring broken 9,145
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 7,907
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AU56 OAM is a 2006 Volvo V50 in Red with a 2,435cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 94.4%.

Across all 2006 Volvo V50 models, the average MOT pass rate is 73.4% with a typical mileage of 97,883 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Volvo V50 fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 22,058 recorded failures. If you're considering buying AU56 OAM, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Volvo V50 typically stays on UK roads for around 22 years. At 20 years old, this Volvo V50 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of AU56 OAM?

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What year was AU56 OAM registered?

AU56 OAM is a 2006 Volvo V50, first registered on 30 September 2006.

Is AU56 OAM safe to buy?

The MOT history for AU56 OAM shows 18 tests with a 94.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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