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AV55 WVW

2005 Volvo V50

Grey Petrol 2435cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires6 Nov 2018
Tests11 (10 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate90.9%

Mileage

205,149 mi
Last recorded205,149 miles
Recorded on24 Oct 2017
Typical for 2005 Volvo V5099,223 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAV55 WVW
MakeVolvo
ModelV50
Year2005
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,435cc

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MOT History

10 pass 1 fail
Pass 24 Oct 2017 205,149 miles
Pass 7 Nov 2016 197,431 miles

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit Both sides inside edge worn (4.1.E.1)

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

Pass 3 Nov 2015 180,327 miles

Oil leak

Pass 4 Nov 2014 157,906 miles

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

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

oil leak

Fail 4 Nov 2014 157,906 miles

Offside Suspension arm has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

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

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

oil leak

Pass 12 Sep 2013 134,356 miles

Headlight aim just in limit adjusters not working

Slight noise from nearside rear wheel bearing

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

pedal rubber worn

Pass 7 Sep 2012 117,095 miles
Pass 5 Dec 2011 107,285 miles
Pass 22 Nov 2010 88,062 miles

front tyres starting to show side wear

Pass 30 Nov 2009 67,610 miles
Pass 5 Nov 2008 43,638 miles

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

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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AV55 WVW is a 2005 Volvo V50 in Grey with a 2,435cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90.9%.

Across all 2005 Volvo V50 models, the average MOT pass rate is 72.2% with a typical mileage of 99,223 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 AV55 WVW, 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 21 years old, this Volvo V50 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was AV55 WVW registered?

AV55 WVW is a 2005 Volvo V50, first registered on 7 November 2005.

Is AV55 WVW safe to buy?

The MOT history for AV55 WVW shows 11 tests with a 90.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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