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BG55 ZNK

2005 Volvo V50

Green Diesel 1998cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires6 Jul 2021
Tests15 (13 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate86.7%

Mileage

184,274 mi
Last recorded184,274 miles
Recorded on9 Jun 2020
Typical for 2005 Volvo V5099,223 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBG55 ZNK
MakeVolvo
ModelV50
Year2005
ColourGreen
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,998cc

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MOT History

13 pass 2 fail
Pass 9 Jun 2020 184,274 miles
Pass 18 Jun 2019 179,785 miles
Pass 8 Jun 2018 174,204 miles
Pass 19 Jun 2017 166,454 miles
Pass 13 Jun 2016 158,729 miles
Pass 15 Jun 2015 150,411 miles
Pass 23 Jun 2014 142,498 miles
Pass 8 Jun 2013 134,036 miles
Pass 7 Jun 2012 125,790 miles
Pass 13 Jun 2011 117,911 miles
Pass 7 Jul 2010 109,793 miles
Fail 6 Jul 2010

Nearside Rear Rear wheel bearing rough when rotated (2.6.1) DANGEROUS

Offside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b) DANGEROUS

Offside Rear Tyre has a lump, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b) DANGEROUS

Pass 2 Jul 2009 100,566 miles

Nearside Rear Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

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

Pass 7 Nov 2008 82,894 miles
Fail 6 Nov 2008 82,894 miles

Windscreen has damage to an area in excess of a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

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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BG55 ZNK is a 2005 Volvo V50 in Green with a 1,998cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 86.7%.

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 BG55 ZNK, 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 BG55 ZNK registered?

BG55 ZNK is a 2005 Volvo V50, first registered on 23 November 2005.

Is BG55 ZNK safe to buy?

The MOT history for BG55 ZNK shows 15 tests with a 86.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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