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BP57 LXR

2008 Volvo V50

Silver Diesel 1998cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires30 Aug 2022
Tests5 (4 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

170,142 mi
Last recorded170,142 miles
Recorded on31 Aug 2021
Typical for 2008 Volvo V5094,852 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBP57 LXR
MakeVolvo
ModelV50
Year2008
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,998cc

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MOT History

4 pass 1 fail
Pass 31 Aug 2021 170,142 miles
Pass 19 Jul 2019 150,995 miles
Fail 14 Jul 2019 150,587 miles
Pass 10 Jul 2018 140,935 miles
Pass 5 Jan 2011 21,775 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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BP57 LXR is a 2008 Volvo V50 in Silver with a 1,998cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 5 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

Across all 2008 Volvo V50 models, the average MOT pass rate is 72.0% with a typical mileage of 94,852 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 BP57 LXR, 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 18 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 BP57 LXR registered?

BP57 LXR is a 2008 Volvo V50, first registered on 24 January 2008.

Is BP57 LXR safe to buy?

The MOT history for BP57 LXR shows 5 tests with a 80% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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