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YL06 DHK

2006 Volvo V50

Grey Diesel 1998cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires22 Jun 2024
Tests21 (15 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

152,066 mi
Last recorded152,066 miles
Recorded on24 May 2023
Typical for 2006 Volvo V5097,883 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYL06 DHK
MakeVolvo
ModelV50
Year2006
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,998cc

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MOT History

15 pass 6 fail
Pass 24 May 2023 152,066 miles

Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both front and both rear (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing both rear (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Fail 22 May 2023 152,061 miles

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

Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both front and both rear (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing both rear (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 8 Jun 2022 149,553 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases front (cat flexi pipe) (6.1.2 (a))

exhaust middle and rear box corroded

Fail 8 Jun 2022 147,253 miles

Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt o/s/f and n/s/f outer boots (6.1.7 (g) (ii))

Exhaust system insecure rear (6.1.2 (a))

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases front (cat flexi pipe) (6.1.2 (a))

exhaust middle and rear box corroded

Pass 17 Jun 2021 141,350 miles

Nearside Front Upper Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

both centre and rear exhaust silencers outer covers heavily corroded

Pass 23 Jun 2020 137,785 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

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

Nearside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

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

centre and rear exhaust silencers corroded

slight coolant leak from radiator

Pass 24 Jun 2019 131,947 miles

centre and rear outer silencer casings corroded

Pass 26 Jun 2018 125,149 miles

Offside Front Wheel bearing slightly noisy (5.1.3 (b) (i))

Pass 16 Jun 2017 116,704 miles

centre silencer corroded

Pass 13 Jun 2016 109,499 miles
Pass 10 Jun 2015 99,874 miles

Offside Front coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

Offside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

Fail 10 Jun 2015 99,874 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Rear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Offside Front coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

Offside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

Pass 24 Jun 2014 90,510 miles
Pass 24 Jun 2013 83,206 miles

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

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

Fail 3 Jul 2012 74,757 miles

Offside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)

Pass 3 Jul 2012 74,757 miles
Pass 11 Jul 2011 64,152 miles
Fail 14 Jul 2010 53,845 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Windscreen has a sticker or other obstruction encroaching into the swept area by more than 40mm outside zone 'A' (8.3.1e)

Pass 14 Jul 2010 53,845 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Fail 13 Jul 2009 41,497 miles

Nearside Headlamp not in good working order adversely affecting beam image (1.2.4a)

Offside Headlamp not in good working order adversely affecting beam image (1.2.4a)

Pass 13 Jul 2009 41,497 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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YL06 DHK is a 2006 Volvo V50 in Grey with a 1,998cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.

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 YL06 DHK, 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 YL06 DHK registered?

YL06 DHK is a 2006 Volvo V50, first registered on 27 July 2006.

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