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YG56 WJZ

2006 Volvo V50

Silver Diesel 1998cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 May 2016
Tests11 (7 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate63.6%

Mileage

141,565 mi
Last recorded141,565 miles
Recorded on29 May 2015
Typical for 2006 Volvo V5097,883 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYG56 WJZ
MakeVolvo
ModelV50
Year2006
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,998cc

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MOT History

7 pass 4 fail
Pass 29 May 2015 141,565 miles

exhaust boxes poor (outer skins corroded but not blowing)

o/s rear tyre poor condition - tread starting to seperate

Fail 26 May 2015 141,555 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (3.4.1c)

Front registration plate deteriorated (6.3.1d)

Nearside Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)

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

passenger door does not latch securely closed (6.2.B.1a)

exhaust boxes poor (outer skins corroded but not blowing)

o/s rear tyre poor condition - tread starting to seperate

traction control light indicates a fault

Pass 19 May 2014 128,140 miles
Fail 9 May 2014 128,133 miles

Nearside Front Front wheel bearing has excessive play (2.5.A.3c)

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

Pass 22 May 2013 118,148 miles
Fail 17 May 2012 105,154 miles

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Nearside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Offside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Pass 17 May 2012 105,154 miles
Pass 19 May 2011 87,603 miles
Pass 19 May 2010 69,805 miles

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

Pass 21 May 2009 56,790 miles

front reg plate in poor condition - advise renew

Fail 20 May 2009 56,745 miles

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

front reg plate in poor condition - advise renew

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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YG56 WJZ is a 2006 Volvo V50 in Silver with a 1,998cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 63.6%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 YG56 WJZ, 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 YG56 WJZ registered?

YG56 WJZ is a 2006 Volvo V50, first registered on 26 September 2006.

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