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BN05 YJH

2005 Volvo V50

Yellow Diesel 1998cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires19 Dec 2023
Tests23 (15 pass, 8 fail)
Pass rate65.2%

Mileage

156,592 mi
Last recorded156,592 miles
Recorded on20 Dec 2022
Typical for 2005 Volvo V5099,223 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBN05 YJH
MakeVolvo
ModelV50
Year2005
ColourYellow
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,998cc

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MOT History

15 pass 8 fail
Pass 20 Dec 2022 156,592 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

Nearside Rear Outer Tyre slightly damaged sidewall (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Offside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 26 Nov 2021 148,052 miles

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

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

Fail 25 Nov 2021 148,052 miles

Brake pedal anti-slip provision missing (1.1.2 (c))

Brake pedal has insufficient reserve travel (1.1.2 (a))

Exhaust system insecure (6.1.2 (a))

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

Pass 14 Dec 2020 142,757 miles

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Nearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Fail 11 Dec 2020 142,757 miles

Nearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Lower Seat belt damaged (7.1.2 (b) (i))

Offside Front Outer Direction indicator not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Nearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Pass 23 May 2019 136,605 miles
Fail 23 May 2019 136,605 miles

Nearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 23 May 2018 132,033 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 21 Apr 2017 123,251 miles
Pass 25 Apr 2016 115,529 miles
Pass 10 Jun 2015 107,977 miles

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

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

wheel bearing noise noticed on test drive but unable to locate worn bearing during MOT test, if noise persists recomend further investigation

Fail 10 Jun 2015 107,977 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

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

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

Pass 17 Jun 2014 96,169 miles
Pass 15 May 2013 80,177 miles

front tyres worn on inside edges

Fail 15 May 2013 80,177 miles

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

front tyres worn on inside edges

Fail 31 May 2012 71,863 miles

Registration plate lamp not illuminating the registration plate (1.1.C.1e)

Pass 31 May 2012 71,863 miles
Pass 26 May 2011 64,778 miles
Pass 2 Jun 2010 56,378 miles
Fail 2 Jun 2010 56,378 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 26 May 2009 49,410 miles

Offside Front Seat belt damaged but not affecting the operation of the belt (5.2.2a)

Fail 26 May 2009 49,410 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Front Seat belt damaged but not affecting the operation of the belt (5.2.2a)

Pass 2 Apr 2008 38,805 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)

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

n/s/f tyre on legal limit

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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BN05 YJH is a 2005 Volvo V50 in Yellow with a 1,998cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 65.2%.

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 BN05 YJH, 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 BN05 YJH registered?

BN05 YJH is a 2005 Volvo V50, first registered on 31 March 2005.

Is BN05 YJH safe to buy?

The MOT history for BN05 YJH shows 23 tests with a 65.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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