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OY06 FKB

2006 Volvo V50

Black Petrol 1798cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires2 Jan 2021
Tests19 (11 pass, 8 fail)
Pass rate57.9%

Mileage

69,967 mi
Last recorded69,967 miles
Recorded on31 Mar 2021
Typical for 2006 Volvo V5097,883 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationOY06 FKB
MakeVolvo
ModelV50
Year2006
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,798cc

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MOT History

11 pass 8 fail
Fail 31 Mar 2021 69,967 miles

Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))

Front Brakes imbalanced across an axle (1.2.1 (b) (i))

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

Nearside Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

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

Offside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Offside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))

Offside Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

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

Nearside Front Wheel bearing so rough it is likely to overheat or break up (5.1.3 (b) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Front Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

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

Offside Rear reflector defective or damaged by up to 50% of the reflecting surface (4.8.1 (a) (i))

Pass 3 Jul 2019 65,310 miles
Fail 28 May 2019 65,153 miles

Nearside Front Road wheel badly distorted and leaking at bead (5.2.2 (c) (i))

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

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

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

Offside Rear Rear fog lamp not working and lens damaged (4.5.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Nearside Rear Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Nearside sill outer trim damaged

Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

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

Pass 25 May 2018 59,816 miles

Minor cut in Nearside rear outer sidewall (not to cords)

Nearside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Slight cracking on Nearside rear tyre tread (inner edge)

Slight cracking on Offside front tyre tread (outer edge)

Fail 14 May 2018 59,815 miles

Nearside Rear Outer Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick Nearside rear outer pad 90% worn (3.5.1g)

Offside Front Steering rack gaiter insecure (2.2.D.2d)

Minor cut in Nearside rear outer sidewall (not to cords)

Nearside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Nearside rear light cluster cracked (not exposing any white light)

Offside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Slight cracking on Nearside rear tyre tread (inner edge)

Slight cracking on Offside front tyre tread (outer edge)

Pass 10 May 2017 56,272 miles

Offside Rear Rear fog lamp has a product on the light source but not adversely affecting light output (1.3.2d)

Rear Brake lining(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

sill trims fitted (n/s cracked)

Pass 12 May 2016 53,196 miles
Fail 9 May 2016 53,195 miles

Offside Side repeater insecure (1.4.A.2b)

Pass 30 Apr 2015 50,640 miles

osf tyre worn on edge

Fail 30 Apr 2015 50,638 miles

Offside Rear Rear fog lamp does not emit a steady red light (1.3.2e)

osf tyre worn on edge

Pass 2 May 2014 48,159 miles
Fail 2 May 2014 48,159 miles

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

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

Pass 7 May 2013 42,990 miles
Fail 7 May 2013 42,990 miles

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

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

Pass 4 May 2012 39,941 miles
Pass 26 Apr 2011 35,610 miles
Pass 30 Apr 2010 30,908 miles
Fail 29 Apr 2010 30,903 miles

Offside Rear Tyre has a lump, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

Pass 25 Mar 2009 25,115 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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OY06 FKB is a 2006 Volvo V50 in Black with a 1,798cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 57.9%.

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 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 OY06 FKB, 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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OY06 FKB is a 2006 Volvo V50, first registered on 1 March 2006.

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