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DF04 DYH

2004 Volvo V50

Grey Diesel 1998cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires12 Jan 2017
Tests11 (9 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate81.8%

Mileage

138,172 mi
Last recorded138,172 miles
Recorded on13 Jan 2016
Typical for 2004 Volvo V5095,576 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDF04 DYH
MakeVolvo
ModelV50
Year2004
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,998cc

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MOT History

9 pass 2 fail
Pass 13 Jan 2016 138,172 miles

crack on the screen in zone b but not deemed in the drivers view

Fail 12 Jan 2016 138,172 miles

Offside Front Side repeater not working (1.4.A.2c)

Offside Rear coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)

crack on the screen in zone b but not deemed in the drivers view

Pass 20 Dec 2014 122,287 miles
Pass 2 Dec 2013 110,390 miles
Pass 21 Dec 2012 105,480 miles

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

Pass 28 Dec 2011 101,217 miles
Fail 31 Dec 2010 98,214 miles

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

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 31 Dec 2010 98,214 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 3 Aug 2009 78,626 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Pass 1 Jul 2008 59,915 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Pass 3 Jul 2007 45,332 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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DF04 DYH is a 2004 Volvo V50 in Grey with a 1,998cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.8%.

Across all 2004 Volvo V50 models, the average MOT pass rate is 71.6% with a typical mileage of 95,576 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 DF04 DYH, 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 22 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 DF04 DYH registered?

DF04 DYH is a 2004 Volvo V50, first registered on 30 June 2004.

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The MOT history for DF04 DYH shows 11 tests with a 81.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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