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BK55 KPV

2005 Volvo V50

Grey Diesel 1998cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires18 Jan 2018
Tests13 (9 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate69.2%

Mileage

114,299 mi
Last recorded114,299 miles
Recorded on3 Jan 2017
Typical for 2005 Volvo V5099,223 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBK55 KPV
MakeVolvo
ModelV50
Year2005
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,998cc

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MOT History

9 pass 4 fail
Pass 3 Jan 2017 114,299 miles

nearside rear shocker has reduced damping effect no leaks present

Fail 30 Dec 2016 114,299 miles

Nearside Rear brake caliper leaking (3.6.A.1)

nearside rear shocker has reduced damping effect no leaks present

Pass 19 Jan 2016 108,785 miles

Brake pipe slightly corroded front and rear (3.6.B.2c)

Suspension arm synthetic bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement front and rear (2.4.G.2)

Pass 3 Oct 2014 103,332 miles

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

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

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

both front tyres worn on inner edges

Fail 3 Oct 2014 103,332 miles

Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

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

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

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

both front tyres worn on inner edges

Pass 1 Nov 2013 99,128 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Nail in offside rear tyre

Nearside Rear Seat belt damaged but webbing not significantly weakened (5.2.2a)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 3 Nov 2012 95,542 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Fail 26 Oct 2011 91,568 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 26 Oct 2011 91,568 miles
Pass 18 Jun 2010 80,493 miles

Nearside Rear Seat belt damaged but webbing not significantly weakened (5.2.2a)

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

Fail 18 Jun 2010 80,493 miles

Nearside Rear brake caliper leaking (3.6.A.1)

Nearside Rear Seat belt damaged but webbing not significantly weakened (5.2.2a)

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

Pass 27 Apr 2009 71,695 miles

Nail in offside rear tyre

Pass 29 Aug 2008 64,530 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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BK55 KPV is a 2005 Volvo V50 in Grey with a 1,998cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 69.2%.

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 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 BK55 KPV, 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.

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What year was BK55 KPV registered?

BK55 KPV is a 2005 Volvo V50, first registered on 22 September 2005.

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