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BD55 JWU

2005 Volvo V50

Silver Petrol 1798cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 Nov 2024
Tests18 (16 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

127,511 mi
Last recorded127,511 miles
Recorded on8 Nov 2023
Typical for 2005 Volvo V5099,223 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBD55 JWU
MakeVolvo
ModelV50
Year2005
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,798cc

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MOT History

16 pass 2 fail
Pass 8 Nov 2023 127,511 miles
Pass 11 Nov 2022 122,922 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 22 Nov 2021 119,257 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Fail 22 Nov 2021 119,251 miles

Exhaust emits visible black smoke at idle (8.2.1.2 (f))

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 2 Nov 2020 114,561 miles

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 6 Nov 2019 112,958 miles
Pass 21 Nov 2018 109,931 miles
Pass 23 Nov 2017 106,631 miles
Pass 17 Nov 2016 103,005 miles
Pass 27 Nov 2015 99,917 miles
Pass 1 Nov 2014 96,135 miles
Pass 29 Nov 2013 88,425 miles
Pass 15 Nov 2012 79,591 miles

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

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

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

Pass 24 Nov 2011 71,423 miles
Fail 24 Nov 2011 71,423 miles

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

Inner Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g) DANGEROUS

Nearside front tyre has minor cuts on the sidewall but no Cord/Ply showing

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

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

Pass 9 Nov 2010 60,216 miles
Pass 27 Nov 2009 51,390 miles
Pass 13 Nov 2008 40,756 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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BD55 JWU is a 2005 Volvo V50 in Silver with a 1,798cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.9%.

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 BD55 JWU, 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 BD55 JWU registered?

BD55 JWU is a 2005 Volvo V50, first registered on 11 November 2005.

Is BD55 JWU safe to buy?

The MOT history for BD55 JWU shows 18 tests with a 88.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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