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PY06 FEF

2006 Volvo V50

Purple Diesel 1998cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires2 Oct 2021
Tests15 (13 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate86.7%

Mileage

231,207 mi
Last recorded231,207 miles
Recorded on3 Oct 2020
Typical for 2006 Volvo V5097,883 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationPY06 FEF
MakeVolvo
ModelV50
Year2006
ColourPurple
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,998cc

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MOT History

13 pass 2 fail
Pass 3 Oct 2020 231,207 miles

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

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

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

Pass 10 Sep 2019 223,229 miles

Nearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Offside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Pass 7 Sep 2018 220,676 miles

Offside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Pass 19 Sep 2017 218,972 miles

advised by presenter headlight wash not fitted

Pass 13 Sep 2016 215,862 miles
Fail 13 Sep 2016 215,862 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

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

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

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

Pass 15 Sep 2015 213,869 miles

Offside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Fail 15 Sep 2015 213,869 miles

Offside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Windscreen has a sticker or other obstruction encroaching by more than 10mm within zone 'A' (8.3.1b)

Pass 16 Sep 2014 211,626 miles

Vehicle's internal headlight adjuster altered to recheck lights

Pass 9 Sep 2013 208,041 miles
Pass 31 Aug 2012 183,831 miles
Pass 25 Aug 2011 160,851 miles
Pass 20 Sep 2010 139,933 miles

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

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

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

Pass 28 Jul 2009 111,550 miles
Pass 15 Oct 2008 87,668 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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PY06 FEF is a 2006 Volvo V50 in Purple with a 1,998cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 86.7%.

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 PY06 FEF, 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 PY06 FEF registered?

PY06 FEF is a 2006 Volvo V50, first registered on 9 June 2006.

Is PY06 FEF safe to buy?

The MOT history for PY06 FEF shows 15 tests with a 86.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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