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BL55 PRX

2006 Volvo V50

Black Diesel 1998cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires26 Jan 2024
Tests8 (6 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

353,910 mi
Last recorded353,910 miles
Recorded on27 Jan 2023
Typical for 2006 Volvo V5097,883 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBL55 PRX
MakeVolvo
ModelV50
Year2006
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,998cc

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MOT History

6 pass 2 fail
Pass 27 Jan 2023 353,910 miles
Fail 19 Jan 2023 353,868 miles
Pass 14 Jan 2022 335,666 miles
Pass 17 Dec 2019 300,136 miles
Pass 18 Dec 2018 281,306 miles
Pass 22 Dec 2017 260,336 miles
Fail 20 Dec 2017
Pass 6 Jan 2009 83,512 miles

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

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

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

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

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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BL55 PRX is a 2006 Volvo V50 in Black with a 1,998cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 BL55 PRX, 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

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What year was BL55 PRX registered?

BL55 PRX is a 2006 Volvo V50, first registered on 26 January 2006.

Is BL55 PRX safe to buy?

The MOT history for BL55 PRX shows 8 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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