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OY56 WAJ

2006 Volvo V50

Red Diesel 1998cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires19 Sep 2018
Tests11 (9 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate81.8%

Mileage

210,132 mi
Last recorded210,132 miles
Recorded on2 Sep 2017
Typical for 2006 Volvo V5097,883 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationOY56 WAJ
MakeVolvo
ModelV50
Year2006
ColourRed
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,998cc

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MOT History

9 pass 2 fail
Pass 2 Sep 2017 210,132 miles
Fail 29 Aug 2017 210,101 miles

Nearside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc inner boot (2.5.C.1a)

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

Offside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc outer boot (2.5.C.1a)

Offside Front Front position lamp(s) not working sidelight (1.1.A.3b)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

offside rear tyre worn on inner edge

Pass 31 Aug 2016 204,277 miles

Nearside Front headlight output low

all rear suspension bushes deteriorated

Pass 4 Sep 2015 199,002 miles

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

brake pedal rubber worn.

o/s wiper blade deteriorated.

Fail 17 Sep 2014 193,705 miles

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

nearside rear tyre damaged on outer sidewall

rear exhaust silencer outer casing corroded

Pass 17 Sep 2014 193,705 miles

nearside rear tyre damaged on outer sidewall

rear exhaust silencer outer casing corroded

Pass 18 Sep 2013 188,078 miles

Nearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Offside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

both rear brake calipers showing dampness but no signs of leaks

exhaust silencers corroding

Pass 1 Sep 2012 164,072 miles

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

Pass 24 Aug 2011 118,646 miles

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

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

Pass 20 Aug 2010 93,134 miles
Pass 14 Sep 2009 69,775 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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OY56 WAJ is a 2006 Volvo V50 in Red with a 1,998cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.8%.

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 OY56 WAJ, 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 OY56 WAJ registered?

OY56 WAJ is a 2006 Volvo V50, first registered on 19 September 2006.

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