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OE56 PFO

2006 Volvo V50

Blue Diesel 1998cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires10 Sep 2026
Tests21 (17 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate81%

Mileage

166,863 mi
Last recorded166,863 miles
Recorded on1 Sep 2025
Typical for 2006 Volvo V5097,883 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationOE56 PFO
MakeVolvo
ModelV50
Year2006
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,998cc

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MOT History

17 pass 4 fail
Pass 1 Sep 2025 166,863 miles
Pass 11 Sep 2024 161,693 miles

Exhaust outer casing breaking away on middle and rear boxes

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 15 Aug 2023 153,305 miles

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

Nearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 24 Aug 2022 141,653 miles

center/rear exhaust deteriorated

Fail 15 Aug 2022 141,577 miles

Exhaust emissions test not completed because smoke levels are significantly in excess of the specified limit values (8.2.2.2 (f))

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

center/rear exhaust deteriorated

Pass 20 Aug 2021 135,807 miles
Pass 20 Aug 2020 131,311 miles
Pass 12 Nov 2019 130,872 miles

Front Driver's view Items removed from driver's view prior to test (3.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 16 Nov 2018 120,117 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))

Fail 16 Nov 2018 120,117 miles

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

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))

Rear Exhaust system insecure (6.1.2 (a))

Pass 14 Nov 2017 110,696 miles

Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement nearside and offside front arm rear bush (2.4.G.2)

vehicle fitted with under tray

Fail 14 Nov 2017 110,696 miles

Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement nearside and offside front arm rear bush (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Front Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

vehicle fitted with under tray

Pass 24 Nov 2016 107,231 miles
Pass 30 Nov 2015 102,195 miles
Pass 2 Dec 2014 97,119 miles
Pass 7 Dec 2013 92,557 miles
Pass 13 Dec 2012 87,522 miles
Pass 25 Nov 2011 82,083 miles
Pass 30 Nov 2010 76,936 miles
Fail 14 Dec 2009 65,328 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

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

Pass 14 Dec 2009 65,328 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

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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OE56 PFO is a 2006 Volvo V50 in Blue with a 1,998cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81%.

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 OE56 PFO, 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 OE56 PFO registered?

OE56 PFO is a 2006 Volvo V50, first registered on 20 December 2006.

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