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YN56 VZE

2006 Volvo V50

Red Diesel 1997cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires5 Feb 2019
Tests12 (9 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

134,212 mi
Last recorded134,212 miles
Recorded on2 Feb 2018
Typical for 2006 Volvo V5097,883 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYN56 VZE
MakeVolvo
ModelV50
Year2006
ColourRed
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,997cc

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MOT History

9 pass 3 fail
Pass 2 Feb 2018 134,212 miles

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

Fail 2 Feb 2018 134,212 miles

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

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

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

Pass 1 Feb 2017 122,221 miles

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

Nearside SIDE REPEATER LENSE BROKEN

Fail 1 Feb 2017 122,221 miles

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

Nearside SIDE REPEATER LENSE BROKEN

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

Pass 2 Feb 2016 108,488 miles

Nearside Front lower fog lamp lens smashed

Offside Front Tyre worn on inside edge and close to 1.6 mm

Offside Front suspension arm rear bush needs renewing due to deterioration

Fail 1 Feb 2016 108,488 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Nearside Front Side repeater not working in door mirror (1.4.A.2c)

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

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

Offside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

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

Nearside Front lower fog lamp lens smashed

Offside Front Tyre worn on inside edge and close to 1.6 mm

Offside Front suspension arm rear bush needs renewing due to deterioration

Pass 6 Feb 2015 94,271 miles
Pass 25 Apr 2013 69,881 miles
Pass 17 Apr 2012 56,298 miles

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

nearside driveshaft oil seal leaking

sump shield insecure

Pass 28 Apr 2011 41,912 miles
Pass 6 Sep 2010 37,223 miles
Pass 27 Aug 2009 29,885 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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YN56 VZE is a 2006 Volvo V50 in Red with a 1,997cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 YN56 VZE, 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 YN56 VZE registered?

YN56 VZE is a 2006 Volvo V50, first registered on 8 September 2006.

Is YN56 VZE safe to buy?

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