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DG56 VHO

2006 Volvo V50

Grey Diesel 1998cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires11 Oct 2019
Tests13 (11 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate84.6%

Mileage

164,482 mi
Last recorded164,482 miles
Recorded on12 Oct 2018
Typical for 2006 Volvo V5097,883 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDG56 VHO
MakeVolvo
ModelV50
Year2006
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,998cc

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MOT History

11 pass 2 fail
Pass 12 Oct 2018 164,482 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 10 Oct 2017 162,177 miles

Engine & Under covers fitted obscuring some components in engine bay

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Pass 12 Oct 2016 157,743 miles

Engine & Under Covers fitted obscuring some components in engine bay

Pass 3 Oct 2015 150,613 miles

Engine covers fitted not allowing to check some parts

Offside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Under cover fitted not allowing to check some parts

Pass 22 Sep 2014 145,049 miles

Oil leak

Rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Fail 13 Sep 2014 145,032 miles

Nearside Rear brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

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

Oil leak

Rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Fail 14 Sep 2013 136,635 miles

Front brake discs slightly lipped/corroded.

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

Nearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

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

Rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Pass 14 Sep 2013 136,635 miles

Front brake discs slightly lipped/corroded.

Nearside Rear 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)

Rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Pass 14 Sep 2012 128,472 miles
Pass 26 Aug 2011 111,430 miles
Pass 4 Sep 2010 93,130 miles

Nearside Rear Seat belt stitching slightly frayed (5.2.2b)

Pass 29 Oct 2009 85,350 miles
Pass 23 Sep 2009 84,452 miles

Nearside Rear Seat belt damaged but not affecting the operation of the belt (5.2.2a)

Oil leak

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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DG56 VHO is a 2006 Volvo V50 in Grey with a 1,998cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84.6%.

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 DG56 VHO, 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 DG56 VHO registered?

DG56 VHO is a 2006 Volvo V50, first registered on 10 October 2006.

Is DG56 VHO safe to buy?

The MOT history for DG56 VHO shows 13 tests with a 84.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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