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MF56 AOU

2006 Volvo V50

Silver Diesel 1998cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires14 Jan 2024
Tests18 (14 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate77.8%

Mileage

160,249 mi
Last recorded160,249 miles
Recorded on13 Jan 2023
Typical for 2006 Volvo V5097,883 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationMF56 AOU
MakeVolvo
ModelV50
Year2006
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,998cc

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MOT History

14 pass 4 fail
Pass 13 Jan 2023 160,249 miles

Nearside Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Offside Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Rear Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))

Rear Exhaust section corroded

Pass 15 Jan 2022 150,278 miles

Brake pedal wearing smooth anti-slip provision (1.1.2 (c))

Exhaust back box outer skin corroded

Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))

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

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Vehicles internal headlight adjuster altered to recheck lights ()

Windscreen wiper blade defective Slightly smeary (3.4 (b) (i))

Fail 15 Jan 2022 150,278 miles

Nearside Front Steering rack gaiter missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))

Brake pedal wearing smooth anti-slip provision (1.1.2 (c))

Exhaust back box outer skin corroded

Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))

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

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Vehicles internal headlight adjuster altered to recheck lights ()

Windscreen wiper blade defective Slightly smeary (3.4 (b) (i))

Pass 6 Jan 2021 138,236 miles
Pass 7 Jan 2020 128,224 miles

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

Nearside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Offside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Pass 11 Jan 2019 120,221 miles

Brake pedal antislip worn

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

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

Fail 10 Jan 2019 120,221 miles

Nearside Front Steering rack gaiter missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt insecure (2.1.3 (g) (ii))

Offside Front Steering rack gaiter missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt insecure (2.1.3 (g) (ii))

Power steering component leaking steering rack (2.1.5 (a))

Brake disc worn, but not excessively both sides front lipped (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively both sides front (1.2.1 (e))

brake pedal anti slip edge worn

Pass 11 Jan 2018 113,082 miles

Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt childseats x2 ()

Pass 28 Nov 2016 106,372 miles

Offside Front tyre worn on inner edge

Fail 28 Nov 2016 106,372 miles

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Offside Front tyre worn on inner edge

Pass 14 Dec 2015 99,355 miles
Pass 18 Nov 2014 93,962 miles
Pass 5 Nov 2013 89,493 miles
Pass 3 Oct 2012 83,896 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Nail in nearside rear tyre

Pass 12 Sep 2011 79,706 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Fail 7 Sep 2010 74,759 miles

Nearside Rear Direction indicators incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

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

Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Pass 7 Sep 2010 74,759 miles
Pass 14 Aug 2009 71,069 miles

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

child seat fitted to o/s/r - seat belt not checked

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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MF56 AOU is a 2006 Volvo V50 in Silver with a 1,998cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.8%.

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 MF56 AOU, 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.

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What year was MF56 AOU registered?

MF56 AOU is a 2006 Volvo V50, first registered on 8 September 2006.

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