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BK56 BZL

2006 Volvo XC90

Red Diesel 2401cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires16 May 2027
Tests21 (18 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

93,752 mi
Last recorded93,752 miles
Recorded on5 May 2026
Typical for 2006 Volvo XC90101,477 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBK56 BZL
MakeVolvo
ModelXC90
Year2006
ColourRed
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,401cc

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MOT History

18 pass 3 fail
Pass 5 May 2026 93,752 miles

Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output Both (4.1.4 (b))

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Pass 6 May 2025 91,067 miles
Fail 6 May 2025 91,067 miles

Headlamp not working on main beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 13 May 2024 87,721 miles
Pass 18 Apr 2023 84,355 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

brake slight binding near side rear

Pass 25 Apr 2022 80,813 miles
Pass 17 May 2021 77,685 miles
Fail 17 May 2021 77,684 miles

Parking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))

Parking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))

Parking brake lever has excessive movement indicating incorrect adjustment (1.1.6 (c))

Nearside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

Offside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

Pass 3 Jun 2020 74,893 miles
Pass 5 Jun 2019 71,281 miles
Pass 4 Jun 2018 66,747 miles

Rear Passenger seat(s) missing at time of test Additional seats removed for wheelchair access ()

Pass 2 Jun 2017 62,702 miles
Pass 7 Jun 2016 58,555 miles

Engine covers and under trays fitted

Pass 30 Jun 2015 54,393 miles
Pass 1 Jul 2014 51,286 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Fail 30 Jun 2014 51,279 miles

Nearside Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)

Nearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Pass 19 Jun 2013 48,898 miles
Pass 23 Jun 2012 47,032 miles

Nearside Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

all four brake discs rusty and pitted

Pass 24 Jun 2011 43,517 miles
Pass 25 May 2010 39,682 miles
Pass 18 Sep 2009 35,699 miles

How Reliable is the Volvo XC90?

Based on 1,122,947 MOT tests across 82,375 vehicles.

74.6%
Pass Rate
8,281
Miles/Year
23
Year Lifespan
82,375
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 23,030
position lamp(s) not working 22,417
Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 21,465
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 16,860
Registration plate lamp not working 14,842
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BK56 BZL is a 2006 Volvo XC90 in Red with a 2,401cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

Across all 2006 Volvo XC90 models, the average MOT pass rate is 70.7% with a typical mileage of 101,477 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Volvo XC90 fails its MOT is parking brake: efficiency below requirements, accounting for 23,030 recorded failures. If you're considering buying BK56 BZL, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Volvo XC90 typically stays on UK roads for around 23 years. At 20 years old, this Volvo XC90 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was BK56 BZL registered?

BK56 BZL is a 2006 Volvo XC90, first registered on 22 September 2006.

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