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FX56 LPF

2006 Volvo V50

Silver Petrol 1798cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires16 May 2026
Tests11 (11 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

50,232 mi
Last recorded50,232 miles
Recorded on17 May 2025
Typical for 2006 Volvo V5097,883 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFX56 LPF
MakeVolvo
ModelV50
Year2006
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,798cc

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MOT History

11 pass
Pass 17 May 2025 50,232 miles
Pass 29 Mar 2019 49,858 miles
Pass 16 Mar 2018 48,870 miles
Pass 21 Mar 2017 47,631 miles
Pass 15 Oct 2015 44,908 miles
Pass 10 Oct 2014 42,957 miles

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

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

Pass 19 Oct 2013 40,976 miles
Pass 25 Oct 2012 38,811 miles
Pass 1 Nov 2011 36,285 miles
Pass 29 Sep 2010 33,523 miles

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

Pass 17 Sep 2009 26,255 miles

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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FX56 LPF is a 2006 Volvo V50 in Silver with a 1,798cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 FX56 LPF, 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

How do I check the history of FX56 LPF?

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What year was FX56 LPF registered?

FX56 LPF is a 2006 Volvo V50, first registered on 6 October 2006.

Is FX56 LPF safe to buy?

The MOT history for FX56 LPF shows 11 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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