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BL55 PTZ

2006 Volvo V50

Black Diesel 1997cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires3 Jun 2021
Tests14 (12 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

133,485 mi
Last recorded133,485 miles
Recorded on4 Jun 2020
Typical for 2006 Volvo V5097,883 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBL55 PTZ
MakeVolvo
ModelV50
Year2006
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,997cc

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MOT History

12 pass 2 fail
Pass 4 Jun 2020 133,485 miles

Nearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Nearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Offside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 20 Feb 2019 126,443 miles

Nearside Rear SHOCK ABSORBER COVER INSECURE

Pass 21 Feb 2018 121,875 miles
Pass 22 Feb 2017 119,822 miles
Pass 3 Feb 2016 117,103 miles
Pass 17 Feb 2015 114,652 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Pass 19 Feb 2014 110,880 miles
Pass 21 Feb 2013 106,666 miles

Items removed from driver's view prior to test

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 1 Mar 2012 102,484 miles

Items removed from driver's view prior to test

nail in nearside rear tyre (25 past)

Fail 2 Feb 2011 98,602 miles

Brake hydraulic reservoir fluid close to minimum level (3.6.G.1b)

Front Windscreen has a sticker or other obstruction encroaching into the swept area by more than 40mm outside zone 'A' (8.3.1e)

Pass 2 Feb 2011 98,602 miles

Brake hydraulic reservoir fluid close to minimum level (3.6.G.1b)

Pass 29 Jan 2010 94,379 miles

Brake master cylinder fluid close to minimum level (3.6.G.1e)

Fail 29 Jan 2010 94,379 miles

Front Windscreen has a sticker or other obstruction encroaching into the swept area by more than 40mm outside zone 'A' (8.3.1e)

Nearside Headlamp aim too low and too far to the right. (1.8)

Offside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Brake master cylinder fluid close to minimum level (3.6.G.1e)

Pass 15 Jan 2009 88,349 miles

Offside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

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 PTZ is a 2006 Volvo V50 in Black with a 1,997cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 14 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 BL55 PTZ, 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 PTZ registered?

BL55 PTZ is a 2006 Volvo V50, first registered on 30 January 2006.

Is BL55 PTZ safe to buy?

The MOT history for BL55 PTZ shows 14 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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