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BN55 VVD

2005 Volvo V50

Grey Diesel 1998cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires23 Jul 2027
Tests20 (18 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate90%

Mileage

84,560 mi
Last recorded84,560 miles
Recorded on15 Jul 2026
Typical for 2005 Volvo V5099,223 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBN55 VVD
MakeVolvo
ModelV50
Year2005
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,998cc

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MOT History

18 pass 2 fail
Pass 15 Jul 2026 84,560 miles
Pass 10 Jul 2025 82,207 miles
Pass 9 Jul 2024 78,898 miles
Pass 12 Jul 2023 76,044 miles

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

Nearside Rear 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))

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

Pass 23 Jul 2022 73,680 miles
Pass 8 Jul 2021 71,162 miles
Pass 24 Jul 2020 69,133 miles
Pass 9 Jul 2019 66,282 miles
Pass 14 Jul 2018 62,911 miles
Pass 19 Jul 2017 60,314 miles
Pass 14 Jul 2016 57,209 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Pass 20 Jul 2015 53,680 miles

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

Fail 8 Jul 2014 50,351 miles

Offside Rear Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Pass 8 Jul 2014 50,351 miles
Pass 29 Jul 2013 46,749 miles

n/s/r tyre cracking on sidewall servicable at present

rear pads low

Pass 24 Jul 2012 43,601 miles
Fail 19 Jul 2011 40,264 miles

Offside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

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

Pass 19 Jul 2011 40,264 miles
Pass 24 Nov 2009 32,537 miles
Pass 5 Sep 2008 26,398 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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BN55 VVD is a 2005 Volvo V50 in Grey with a 1,998cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90%.

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 BN55 VVD, 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 BN55 VVD registered?

BN55 VVD is a 2005 Volvo V50, first registered on 2 September 2005.

Is BN55 VVD safe to buy?

The MOT history for BN55 VVD shows 20 tests with a 90% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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