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AX05 DCF

2005 Volvo V50

Blue Diesel 1998cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires26 Nov 2019
Tests15 (12 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

176,244 mi
Last recorded176,244 miles
Recorded on19 Nov 2018
Typical for 2005 Volvo V5099,223 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAX05 DCF
MakeVolvo
ModelV50
Year2005
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,998cc

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MOT History

12 pass 3 fail
Pass 19 Nov 2018 176,244 miles
Pass 24 Nov 2017 157,871 miles
Pass 16 Nov 2016 142,158 miles
Pass 11 Nov 2015 125,033 miles
Pass 19 Nov 2014 108,605 miles
Pass 18 Nov 2013 92,419 miles
Pass 7 Nov 2012 85,646 miles

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

Pass 10 Nov 2011 83,011 miles
Fail 8 Nov 2011 83,005 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 16 Nov 2010 80,287 miles
Fail 16 Nov 2010 80,286 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 23 Nov 2009 77,055 miles
Fail 20 Nov 2009 77,055 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 26 Nov 2008 73,701 miles

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

all tyres slightly scarred & perished

slight inbalance of front brakes

Pass 27 Nov 2007 68,692 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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AX05 DCF is a 2005 Volvo V50 in Blue with a 1,998cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 AX05 DCF, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was AX05 DCF registered?

AX05 DCF is a 2005 Volvo V50, first registered on 23 May 2005.

Is AX05 DCF safe to buy?

The MOT history for AX05 DCF shows 15 tests with a 80% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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