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BN57 MFJ

2007 Volvo V50

Grey Diesel 2435cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires15 Aug 2022
Tests21 (13 pass, 8 fail)
Pass rate61.9%

Mileage

86,724 mi
Last recorded86,724 miles
Recorded on13 Aug 2021
Typical for 2007 Volvo V5097,569 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBN57 MFJ
MakeVolvo
ModelV50
Year2007
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,435cc

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MOT History

13 pass 8 fail
Pass 13 Aug 2021 86,724 miles
Fail 13 Aug 2021 86,730 miles

Exhaust emissions exceed manufacturer's specified limit (8.2.2.2 (a))

Fail 12 Aug 2021 86,724 miles

Exhaust emissions exceed manufacturer's specified limit (8.2.2.2 (a))

Parking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened both sides (1.1.14 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 14 Aug 2020 86,087 miles

Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule both sides (1.1.12 (f) (i))

Front Coil spring corroded both sides (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Obligatory mirror slightly damaged (3.3 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

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

Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule both sides (1.1.12 (f) (i))

all rear suspension parts corroded

Pass 7 Aug 2019 83,986 miles

Offside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))

Offside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material union (1.1.11 (c))

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

Fail 7 Aug 2019 83,986 miles

Offside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage fractured (5.3.3 (b) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))

Offside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material union (1.1.11 (c))

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

Pass 6 Aug 2018 78,848 miles

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

Rear Anti-roll bar corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

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

Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (both sides) (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Fail 6 Aug 2018 78,848 miles

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

Rear Anti-roll bar corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

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

Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (both sides) (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))

Pass 17 Jul 2017 74,454 miles

engine covers fitted not allowing full inspection on some components

Fail 10 Jul 2017 74,389 miles

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

engine covers fitted not allowing full inspection on some components

Pass 2 Aug 2016 70,518 miles
Fail 30 Jul 2016 70,493 miles

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

Offside Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement arm back bush (2.4.G.2)

Pass 1 Aug 2015 68,789 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Oil leak

both rear tyres cracked

rear exhaust box outer skin corroded

Pass 16 Aug 2014 66,874 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

rear exhaust box outer skin corroded

Pass 8 Aug 2013 65,017 miles
Pass 13 Sep 2012 63,340 miles
Pass 21 Feb 2012 62,948 miles
Fail 18 Aug 2011 57,940 miles

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

Pass 18 Aug 2011 57,940 miles
Pass 9 Sep 2010 46,473 miles
Fail 9 Sep 2010 49,473 miles

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

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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BN57 MFJ is a 2007 Volvo V50 in Grey with a 2,435cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 61.9%.

Across all 2007 Volvo V50 models, the average MOT pass rate is 72.2% with a typical mileage of 97,569 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 BN57 MFJ, 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 19 years old, this Volvo V50 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was BN57 MFJ registered?

BN57 MFJ is a 2007 Volvo V50, first registered on 5 September 2007.

Is BN57 MFJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for BN57 MFJ shows 21 tests with a 61.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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