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HJ06 MUG

2011 Volvo V50

Black Diesel 1560cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires22 Nov 2026
Tests19 (12 pass, 7 fail)
Pass rate63.2%

Mileage

141,563 mi
Last recorded141,563 miles
Recorded on13 Nov 2025
Typical for 2011 Volvo V5093,340 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHJ06 MUG
MakeVolvo
ModelV50
Year2011
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,560cc

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MOT History

12 pass 7 fail
Pass 13 Nov 2025 141,563 miles

Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge n/s o/s (5.2.3 (e))

Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated n/s o/s (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

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

Pass 29 Oct 2024 131,461 miles

Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing x2 (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 23 Nov 2023 123,775 miles

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Both Sides (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin 4mm (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Worn On Edge (5.2.3 (e))

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Both Sides (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Both Sides (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Both Sides (Worn On Edge) (5.2.3 (e))

Fail 23 Nov 2023 123,775 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Outline marker lamp with a multiple light source more than 1/2 not functioning (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Both Sides (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin 4mm (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Worn On Edge (5.2.3 (e))

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Both Sides (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Both Sides (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Both Sides (Worn On Edge) (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 15 Nov 2022 114,255 miles

Nearside Rear Object in tyre (possible puncher)

Fail 14 Nov 2022 114,255 miles

Nearside Front Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))

Offside Front Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Object in tyre (possible puncher)

Pass 19 Nov 2021 106,236 miles

Offside Front Tyre slight wear on inside

Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated Both sides (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Fail 18 Nov 2021 106,236 miles

Offside Front Lower Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))

Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Offside Front Tyre slight wear on inside

Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated Both sides (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Pass 19 Nov 2020 101,053 miles

Nearside Rear light lens cracked

Pass 30 Apr 2019 87,495 miles

Nearside Rear tyre stepped on inner edge 205/50r17

Nearside headlamp dim

Offside Rear tyre stepped on inner edge 205/50r17

Fail 30 Apr 2019 87,495 miles

Offside Front Outline marker lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 205/50r17 (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 205/50r17 (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Rear tyre stepped on inner edge 205/50r17

Nearside headlamp dim

Offside Rear tyre stepped on inner edge 205/50r17

Pass 18 May 2018 77,772 miles
Fail 18 May 2018 77,772 miles

Nearside Rear Upper Rear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Pass 6 May 2017 64,606 miles
Pass 29 Apr 2016 47,934 miles
Pass 20 May 2015 37,229 miles
Fail 20 May 2015 37,229 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Fail 31 Jul 2014 24,704 miles

Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Pass 31 Jul 2014 24,704 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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HJ06 MUG is a 2011 Volvo V50 in Black with a 1,560cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 63.2%.

Across all 2011 Volvo V50 models, the average MOT pass rate is 73.2% with a typical mileage of 93,340 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 HJ06 MUG, 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 15 years old, this Volvo V50 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was HJ06 MUG registered?

HJ06 MUG is a 2011 Volvo V50, first registered on 7 July 2011.

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