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AV06 VJY

2006 Volvo V50

Blue Petrol 2435cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires8 Jul 2015
Tests7 (6 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

66,791 mi
Last recorded66,791 miles
Recorded on12 Jun 2014
Typical for 2006 Volvo V5097,883 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAV06 VJY
MakeVolvo
ModelV50
Year2006
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,435cc

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MOT History

6 pass 1 fail
Pass 12 Jun 2014 66,791 miles

O/s/f lower suspension arm bush deteriorating

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 2 Jul 2013 54,627 miles
Pass 29 Jun 2012 45,003 miles
Pass 8 Jul 2011 36,746 miles
Pass 8 Jul 2010 29,424 miles
Pass 9 Jul 2009 21,782 miles
Fail 9 Jul 2009 21,782 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

Both front tyres worn low

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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AV06 VJY is a 2006 Volvo V50 in Blue with a 2,435cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

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 AV06 VJY, 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.

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What year was AV06 VJY registered?

AV06 VJY is a 2006 Volvo V50, first registered on 30 June 2006.

Is AV06 VJY safe to buy?

The MOT history for AV06 VJY shows 7 tests with a 85.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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