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OV56 TYB

2006 Volvo V50

Silver Petrol 1999cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires13 Nov 2026
Tests20 (17 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate85%

Mileage

145,459 mi
Last recorded145,459 miles
Recorded on10 Nov 2025
Typical for 2006 Volvo V5097,883 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationOV56 TYB
MakeVolvo
ModelV50
Year2006
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,999cc

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MOT History

17 pass 3 fail
Pass 10 Nov 2025 145,459 miles

Front Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))

Pass 6 Nov 2024 141,193 miles
Pass 9 Nov 2023 136,877 miles

Hydraulic leak, but not excessive around steering rack area (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Fail 7 Nov 2023 136,877 miles

Offside Front Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

Hydraulic leak, but not excessive around steering rack area (8.4.1 (a) (i))

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

Pass 9 Nov 2022 132,511 miles
Pass 9 Nov 2021 128,334 miles

o/s wiper blade split

Pass 11 Nov 2020 122,601 miles

Exhaust mounting defective Rear hanger snapped (6.1.2 (a))

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

Fail 11 Nov 2020 122,601 miles

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

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

Exhaust mounting defective Rear hanger snapped (6.1.2 (a))

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

Pass 11 Nov 2019 117,627 miles
Pass 17 Oct 2018 111,295 miles
Pass 17 Oct 2017 106,421 miles
Pass 25 Oct 2016 99,432 miles
Pass 15 Oct 2015 92,503 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Fail 15 Oct 2015 92,503 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Nearside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)

Offside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)

Pass 15 Oct 2014 83,198 miles
Pass 16 Oct 2013 74,779 miles
Pass 16 Oct 2012 66,485 miles

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

nearside rear tyre worn inner edge.

Pass 19 Oct 2011 57,203 miles
Pass 20 Oct 2010 46,917 miles

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

Pass 20 Oct 2009 35,126 miles

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

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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OV56 TYB is a 2006 Volvo V50 in Silver with a 1,999cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85%.

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 OV56 TYB, 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 OV56 TYB registered?

OV56 TYB is a 2006 Volvo V50, first registered on 13 November 2006.

Is OV56 TYB safe to buy?

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