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DX05 YRE

2005 Volvo V50

Blue Diesel 1997cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires14 Jul 2015
Tests10 (8 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

103,446 mi
Last recorded103,446 miles
Recorded on15 Jul 2014
Typical for 2005 Volvo V5099,223 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDX05 YRE
MakeVolvo
ModelV50
Year2005
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,997cc

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MOT History

8 pass 2 fail
Pass 15 Jul 2014 103,446 miles

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

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

Fail 15 Jul 2014 103,446 miles

Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

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

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

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

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

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

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

Offside Front coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

Fail 19 Aug 2013 91,656 miles

Nearside Side repeater not working (1.4.A.2c)

Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Pass 19 Aug 2013 91,656 miles

Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Pass 14 Aug 2012 80,410 miles
Pass 17 Aug 2011 68,293 miles
Pass 3 Aug 2010 54,393 miles
Pass 17 Aug 2009 43,037 miles
Pass 21 Aug 2008 31,370 miles
Pass 5 Jun 2008 29,159 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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DX05 YRE is a 2005 Volvo V50 in Blue with a 1,997cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 DX05 YRE, 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 DX05 YRE registered?

DX05 YRE is a 2005 Volvo V50, first registered on 28 June 2005.

Is DX05 YRE safe to buy?

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