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YR06 OUX

2006 Volvo V50

Silver Diesel 1998cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires18 Nov 2025
Tests19 (16 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate84.2%

Mileage

165,355 mi
Last recorded165,355 miles
Recorded on19 Nov 2024
Typical for 2006 Volvo V5097,883 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYR06 OUX
MakeVolvo
ModelV50
Year2006
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,998cc

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MOT History

16 pass 3 fail
Pass 19 Nov 2024 165,355 miles

underbody, suspension and exhaust are showing signs of corrosion

Pass 18 Oct 2023 162,311 miles
Pass 18 Nov 2022 158,195 miles
Pass 21 Oct 2021 150,050 miles

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

Nearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Rear PAT fluid tank showing signs of slight fluid leak

Pass 19 Oct 2020 144,148 miles

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

Offside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Rear PAT fluid tank slightly leaking

Pass 30 May 2019 133,576 miles
Pass 29 May 2018 124,424 miles
Fail 14 May 2018 124,121 miles

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

Rear Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

Pass 4 May 2017 115,460 miles
Fail 4 May 2017 115,460 miles

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

Pass 30 Apr 2016 108,402 miles
Pass 6 May 2015 96,014 miles
Pass 7 May 2014 86,938 miles
Pass 29 Apr 2013 78,394 miles

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

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

Pass 23 Mar 2012 64,882 miles
Pass 12 Mar 2011 52,496 miles

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

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

Pass 30 Mar 2010 42,516 miles
Pass 1 Apr 2009 29,991 miles
Fail 1 Apr 2009 29,991 miles

Nearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

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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YR06 OUX is a 2006 Volvo V50 in Silver with a 1,998cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84.2%.

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 YR06 OUX, 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 YR06 OUX registered?

YR06 OUX is a 2006 Volvo V50, first registered on 30 March 2006.

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