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BD54 HBL

2004 Volvo V50

Black Petrol 2435cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires16 Oct 2026
Tests22 (19 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate86.4%

Mileage

63,131 mi
Last recorded63,131 miles
Recorded on30 Sep 2025
Typical for 2004 Volvo V5095,576 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBD54 HBL
MakeVolvo
ModelV50
Year2004
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,435cc

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MOT History

19 pass 3 fail
Pass 30 Sep 2025 63,131 miles
Pass 8 Oct 2024 60,798 miles
Pass 13 Oct 2023 58,757 miles

Offside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 17 Oct 2022 56,062 miles

Offside Rear Wheel bearing slightly noisy (5.1.3 (b) (i))

Pass 11 Oct 2021 53,301 miles

Offside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Fail 11 Oct 2021 53,301 miles

Offside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 2 Oct 2020 51,884 miles
Pass 1 Oct 2019 49,476 miles
Pass 15 Oct 2018 45,859 miles
Fail 15 Oct 2018 45,859 miles

Front Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements (0.1 (d))

Pass 17 Oct 2017 36,718 miles
Fail 9 Oct 2017 36,709 miles

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

Pass 16 Nov 2016 36,372 miles
Pass 10 Nov 2015 35,849 miles

Nearside Rear Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)

Pass 11 Nov 2014 34,904 miles
Pass 29 Nov 2013 32,775 miles

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

rear tyres close to limit uneven

Pass 23 Nov 2012 29,645 miles

n/s rear tyre wear on inner shoulder

screw in o/s rear tyre

Pass 25 Nov 2011 26,706 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 18 Nov 2010 23,565 miles
Pass 23 Nov 2009 20,485 miles
Pass 13 Nov 2008 16,904 miles
Pass 29 Nov 2007 13,096 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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BD54 HBL is a 2004 Volvo V50 in Black with a 2,435cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 86.4%.

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 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 BD54 HBL, 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 BD54 HBL registered?

BD54 HBL is a 2004 Volvo V50, first registered on 24 November 2004.

Is BD54 HBL safe to buy?

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