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VK06 VXG

2006 Volvo V50

Grey Diesel 1997cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires10 Dec 2020
Tests15 (12 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

109,321 mi
Last recorded109,321 miles
Recorded on27 Nov 2019
Typical for 2006 Volvo V5097,883 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationVK06 VXG
MakeVolvo
ModelV50
Year2006
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,997cc

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MOT History

12 pass 3 fail
Pass 27 Nov 2019 109,321 miles
Fail 27 Nov 2019 109,321 miles

Nearside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))

Offside Front Position lamp not working marker lamp (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

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

Rear wiper missing

Pass 30 Nov 2018 95,215 miles

Nearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Fail 30 Nov 2018 95,215 miles

Nearside Front Outline marker lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))

Nearside Headlamp light intensity severely reduced (4.1.4 (a))

Nearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Nearside Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))

Nearside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Rear All direction indicators incorrect colour both (4.4.3 (a))

Rear Registration plate missing (0.1 (a))

Pass 6 Dec 2017 86,760 miles

Offside Rear Nail in tyre ()

Oil leak ()

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

Pass 10 Dec 2016 82,057 miles

Oil leak ()

Pass 21 Nov 2015 74,985 miles
Pass 8 Dec 2014 66,967 miles

front tyres worn on edges

Pass 11 Dec 2013 57,597 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Fail 11 Dec 2012 47,290 miles

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

Pass 11 Dec 2012 47,290 miles
Pass 14 Nov 2011 36,396 miles

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

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

Pass 17 Nov 2010 26,703 miles
Pass 17 Nov 2009 16,447 miles
Pass 20 Mar 2009 14,590 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 VXG is a 2006 Volvo V50 in Grey with a 1,997cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 VXG, 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 VK06 VXG registered?

VK06 VXG is a 2006 Volvo V50, first registered on 31 March 2006.

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