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DG55 TEU

2005 Volvo V50

Silver Diesel 1998cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires24 Sep 2019
Tests12 (9 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

145,595 mi
Last recorded145,595 miles
Recorded on25 Sep 2018
Typical for 2005 Volvo V5099,223 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDG55 TEU
MakeVolvo
ModelV50
Year2005
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,998cc

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MOT History

9 pass 3 fail
Pass 25 Sep 2018 145,595 miles

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

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

Pass 15 Sep 2017 138,284 miles

Front Valve stem slightly damaged Both (4.1.D.1e)

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

Fail 11 Sep 2017 138,186 miles

Nearside Front coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)

Front Valve stem slightly damaged Both (4.1.D.1e)

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

Pass 7 Sep 2016 133,478 miles

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

Pass 2 Oct 2014 123,984 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

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

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 17 Sep 2013 113,065 miles
Pass 14 Sep 2012 102,802 miles

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

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

Pass 30 Aug 2011 88,595 miles
Fail 15 Sep 2010 78,299 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Pass 15 Sep 2010 78,299 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Pass 24 Sep 2009 63,941 miles

baby seat fitted near side rear not allowing full inspection of belt

under bonnet engine cover fitted not allowing full inspection. outer sill plastic trims fitted not allowing full inspection

Fail 24 Sep 2009 63,941 miles

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

Nearside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a) DANGEROUS

baby seat fitted near side rear not allowing full inspection of belt

under bonnet engine cover fitted not allowing full inspection. outer sill plastic trims fitted not allowing full inspection

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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DG55 TEU is a 2005 Volvo V50 in Silver with a 1,998cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 DG55 TEU, 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 DG55 TEU registered?

DG55 TEU is a 2005 Volvo V50, first registered on 10 October 2005.

Is DG55 TEU safe to buy?

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