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YH06 GBY

2006 Volvo V50

Blue Diesel 1998cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires30 May 2027
Tests18 (16 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

Typical for 2006 Volvo V5097,883 mi
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYH06 GBY
MakeVolvo
ModelV50
Year2006
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,998cc

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MOT History

16 pass 2 fail
Pass 27 May 2026

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

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

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

Pass 31 May 2025 133,078 miles
Fail 31 May 2025 133,078 miles

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

Pass 14 May 2024 117,181 miles
Pass 26 Nov 2021 117,161 miles

Front Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Pass 23 Oct 2020 114,492 miles
Pass 24 Oct 2019 112,722 miles

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

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

Pass 20 Oct 2018 109,306 miles
Pass 13 Oct 2017 102,480 miles
Pass 16 Oct 2016 99,422 miles
Pass 18 Oct 2015 96,227 miles
Pass 25 Oct 2014 92,050 miles
Pass 7 Dec 2013 86,539 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

exhaust back box corroded

Fail 7 Dec 2013 86,539 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

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

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

exhaust back box corroded

Pass 11 Dec 2012 80,901 miles

Both Rear Tyres Slightly Wearing On Inner Edges.

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Exhaust Silencer Heat Shield Corroding.

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

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 26 Nov 2011 71,076 miles
Pass 7 Dec 2010 61,427 miles

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

Pass 16 Dec 2009 53,641 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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YH06 GBY is a 2006 Volvo V50 in Blue with a 1,998cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.9%.

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 YH06 GBY, 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 YH06 GBY registered?

YH06 GBY is a 2006 Volvo V50, first registered on 22 March 2006.

Is YH06 GBY safe to buy?

The MOT history for YH06 GBY shows 18 tests with a 88.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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