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BD54 VFF

2004 Volvo V50

Black Petrol 1798cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires2 Aug 2017
Tests13 (9 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate69.2%

Mileage

143,436 mi
Last recorded143,436 miles
Recorded on3 Aug 2016
Typical for 2004 Volvo V5095,576 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBD54 VFF
MakeVolvo
ModelV50
Year2004
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,798cc

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MOT History

9 pass 4 fail
Pass 3 Aug 2016 143,436 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Fail 2 Aug 2016 143,436 miles

Offside Rear Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Pass 1 Jul 2015 139,449 miles

Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

eml on .

exhaust noisy .

nearside front marker light inop .

Fail 1 Jul 2015 139,449 miles

Nearside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Offside Front Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

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

Service brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

eml on .

eml on .

exhaust noisy .

nearside front marker light inop .

Pass 29 May 2014 128,908 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.4)

Front position lamp(s) slightly discoloured (1.1.A.3e)

Pass 23 May 2013 117,952 miles
Fail 21 May 2013 117,952 miles

Exhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)

Offside Stop lamp emits other than a steady red light (1.2.1e)

Pass 15 Aug 2012 109,604 miles

n/s/front tyre getting low 3mm

slight exhaust blow from front pipe

Pass 23 Aug 2011 95,664 miles
Fail 22 Aug 2011 95,651 miles

Nearside Front Front position lamp(s) incorrect colour (1.1.A.3e)

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Front Front position lamp(s) incorrect colour (1.1.A.3e)

Offside Front Headlamp aim too low and too far to the right. (1.8)

(2d)The items left within your boot/vehicle should be removed prior to presenting your vehicle to a test station for an examination

(7.1.2a)The front exhaust pipe flange has a slight leak present

INTRODUCTION TO THE MOT TEST

NOTES FOR THE VEHICLE PRESENTER

SECTION - 7 - EXHAUST,FUEL AND EMISSIONS

The vehicle manufacturer from new has fitted in various locations protective covers,which are preventing a complete visual examination of some areas

Pass 2 Sep 2010 84,954 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

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

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

Rear Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Pass 20 Mar 2009 74,433 miles
Pass 7 Mar 2008 54,915 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
Full Volvo V50 reliability report

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BD54 VFF is a 2004 Volvo V50 in Black with a 1,798cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 69.2%.

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 BD54 VFF, 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.

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BD54 VFF is a 2004 Volvo V50, first registered on 22 November 2004.

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