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VK06 VXF

2006 Volvo V50

Blue Diesel 1998cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 Nov 2020
Tests13 (11 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate84.6%

Mileage

133,169 mi
Last recorded133,169 miles
Recorded on29 Nov 2019
Typical for 2006 Volvo V5097,883 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationVK06 VXF
MakeVolvo
ModelV50
Year2006
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,998cc

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MOT History

11 pass 2 fail
Pass 29 Nov 2019 133,169 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))

Nearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.4.2 (a) (i))

Pass 11 Jan 2019 129,864 miles

Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both sides rear (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

Rear parking brake lever has little reserve travel

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 12 Jun 2017 120,724 miles
Fail 3 Jun 2017 120,721 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)

Pass 8 Jun 2016 118,488 miles
Pass 23 Jun 2015 115,237 miles

Battery positive terminal insecure(repaired after test)

Brake fluid around offside rear brake caliper bleed nipple,unable to prove leak.

Pass 17 Jun 2014 112,550 miles
Pass 9 Jul 2013 110,298 miles

Offside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Fail 4 Jul 2013 110,298 miles

Nearside Front Road wheel bead rim badly distorted (4.2.A.1a)

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)

Offside Front Brake hose twisted (found during steering lock to lock check) (2.2.D.2b)

Offside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Pass 25 Jun 2012 109,010 miles

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

Pass 21 Jun 2011 106,831 miles

Nearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

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

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

Offside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

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

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

Pass 16 Jun 2010 98,468 miles

Nearside Front Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)

Nearside Front Suspension arm synthetic bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Suspension arm synthetic bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Pass 21 Jul 2009 89,333 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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VK06 VXF is a 2006 Volvo V50 in Blue with a 1,998cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84.6%.

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 VK06 VXF, 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 VK06 VXF registered?

VK06 VXF is a 2006 Volvo V50, first registered on 19 April 2006.

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