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AX04 AVW

2004 Volvo V50

Grey Diesel 1998cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires7 Mar 2020
Tests18 (12 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

150,857 mi
Last recorded150,857 miles
Recorded on22 Feb 2019
Typical for 2004 Volvo V5095,576 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAX04 AVW
MakeVolvo
ModelV50
Year2004
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,998cc

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MOT History

12 pass 6 fail
Pass 22 Feb 2019 150,857 miles

Rear Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))

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

Pass 23 Feb 2018 145,525 miles
Pass 3 Mar 2017 139,963 miles
Pass 8 Mar 2016 134,314 miles
Pass 21 Feb 2015 125,970 miles
Fail 21 Feb 2015 125,970 miles

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

Nearside rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Pass 15 Jan 2014 116,207 miles
Pass 11 Feb 2013 108,758 miles
Fail 8 Feb 2013 108,758 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)

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

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

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

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

Pass 20 Jan 2012 102,755 miles
Fail 20 Jan 2012 102,755 miles

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 12 Jan 2011 95,897 miles

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

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

Pass 5 Jan 2010 88,596 miles
Fail 5 Jan 2010 88,596 miles

Offside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

Pass 8 Jan 2009 76,611 miles
Fail 8 Jan 2009 76,611 miles

Nearside Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Offside Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 21 Nov 2007 64,652 miles
Fail 21 Nov 2007 64,652 miles

Offside Rear 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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AX04 AVW is a 2004 Volvo V50 in Grey with a 1,998cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

Across all 2004 Volvo V50 models, the average MOT pass rate is 71.6% with a typical mileage of 95,576 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 AX04 AVW, 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 22 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 AX04 AVW registered?

AX04 AVW is a 2004 Volvo V50, first registered on 15 April 2004.

Is AX04 AVW safe to buy?

The MOT history for AX04 AVW shows 18 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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