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CY56 BBX

2007 Volvo V50

Black Petrol 1999cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires4 Dec 2020
Tests14 (10 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

161,411 mi
Last recorded161,411 miles
Recorded on4 Jun 2019
Typical for 2007 Volvo V5097,569 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationCY56 BBX
MakeVolvo
ModelV50
Year2007
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,999cc

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MOT History

10 pass 4 fail
Pass 4 Jun 2019 161,411 miles

Coil spring corroded all (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Fail 4 Jun 2019 161,411 miles

Coil spring corroded all (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 5 Jun 2018 156,900 miles
Fail 5 Jun 2018 156,900 miles

Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 31 Oct 2017 154,956 miles
Pass 10 Feb 2016 147,445 miles

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

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

Pass 11 Feb 2015 137,801 miles
Pass 17 Jan 2014 126,665 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Fail 17 Jan 2014 126,665 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Offside Front Anti-roll bar insecure (2.4.G.1)

Pass 5 Feb 2013 116,156 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 1 Feb 2012 106,281 miles
Pass 25 Jan 2011 93,004 miles
Pass 22 Jan 2010 78,558 miles

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Fail 22 Jan 2010 78,558 miles

Nearside Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Nearside Headlamp excessively damaged so that the light output is severely reduced (1.7.5a)

Nearside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Offside Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

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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CY56 BBX is a 2007 Volvo V50 in Black with a 1,999cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.

Across all 2007 Volvo V50 models, the average MOT pass rate is 72.2% with a typical mileage of 97,569 miles. This particular vehicle has a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 CY56 BBX, 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 19 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 CY56 BBX registered?

CY56 BBX is a 2007 Volvo V50, first registered on 8 February 2007.

Is CY56 BBX safe to buy?

The MOT history for CY56 BBX shows 14 tests with a 71.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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