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WV56 ZNC

2006 Volvo V50

Silver Diesel 1998cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires27 Nov 2026
Tests20 (17 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate85%

Mileage

96,799 mi
Last recorded96,799 miles
Recorded on18 Nov 2025
Typical for 2006 Volvo V5097,883 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationWV56 ZNC
MakeVolvo
ModelV50
Year2006
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,998cc

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MOT History

17 pass 3 fail
Pass 18 Nov 2025 96,799 miles

Offside Front Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))

Offside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Fail 18 Nov 2025 96,799 miles

Offside Front Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))

Offside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Offside Side repeater not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 21 Nov 2024 94,211 miles

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))

Pass 28 Nov 2023 89,657 miles

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

Nearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

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

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

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

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

Pass 15 Sep 2022 77,855 miles
Pass 23 Sep 2021 75,915 miles
Pass 23 Sep 2020 74,391 miles
Pass 19 Sep 2019 72,152 miles
Pass 13 Sep 2018 68,005 miles
Pass 11 Sep 2017 63,153 miles
Pass 21 Sep 2016 58,366 miles
Pass 22 Sep 2015 52,818 miles
Fail 4 Sep 2014 47,098 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 4 Sep 2014 47,098 miles
Pass 11 Sep 2013 42,945 miles

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

Pass 21 Sep 2012 37,970 miles
Pass 22 Sep 2011 32,203 miles

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

Pass 17 Sep 2010 26,900 miles
Fail 28 Sep 2009 20,002 miles

Nearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

Pass 28 Sep 2009 20,002 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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WV56 ZNC is a 2006 Volvo V50 in Silver with a 1,998cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85%.

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 WV56 ZNC, 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 WV56 ZNC registered?

WV56 ZNC is a 2006 Volvo V50, first registered on 25 September 2006.

Is WV56 ZNC safe to buy?

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