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YC56 OVS

2006 Volvo V50

Blue Diesel 1998cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires2 Feb 2022
Tests14 (12 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

195,919 mi
Last recorded195,919 miles
Recorded on3 Feb 2021
Typical for 2006 Volvo V5097,883 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYC56 OVS
MakeVolvo
ModelV50
Year2006
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,998cc

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MOT History

12 pass 2 fail
Pass 3 Feb 2021 195,919 miles

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

Pass 22 Jan 2020 181,547 miles

Nearside Front suspension leg weak

Pass 23 Jan 2019 175,057 miles
Pass 19 Jan 2018 166,523 miles

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

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

Fail 10 Jan 2018 166,201 miles

Central Exhaust system not adequately supported and rear (7.1.1)

Offside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

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

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

Pass 27 Jan 2017 156,477 miles

Offside Rear Suspension arm slightly distorted (2.4.G.1)

Pass 6 Jan 2016 145,594 miles
Fail 6 Jan 2016 145,594 miles

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Parking brake lever has no reserve travel adjusted (3.1.6b)

Pass 18 Feb 2015 141,677 miles
Pass 18 Feb 2014 134,567 miles
Pass 20 Feb 2013 126,360 miles

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

rear silencer corroded

Pass 13 Oct 2011 106,276 miles
Pass 14 Oct 2010 93,248 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

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

Pass 6 Oct 2009 77,552 miles

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

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

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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YC56 OVS is a 2006 Volvo V50 in Blue with a 1,998cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

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 YC56 OVS, 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 YC56 OVS registered?

YC56 OVS is a 2006 Volvo V50, first registered on 17 October 2006.

Is YC56 OVS safe to buy?

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