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DY54 WZA

2004 Volvo V50

Grey Petrol 2521cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires25 Nov 2019
Tests6 (3 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate50%

Mileage

220,398 mi
Last recorded220,398 miles
Recorded on26 Nov 2018
Typical for 2004 Volvo V5095,576 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDY54 WZA
MakeVolvo
ModelV50
Year2004
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,521cc

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MOT History

3 pass 3 fail
Pass 26 Nov 2018 220,398 miles

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

Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Fail 6 Nov 2018 220,382 miles

Electronic stability control warning lamp indicates a fault (7.12 (e))

Front Brake pad(s) worn down to wear indicator (1.1.13 (a) (i))

Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour both (4.4.3 (a))

Pass 6 Jun 2017 208,665 miles

handbrake travel high

Fail 5 Jun 2017 208,665 miles

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

Nearside Front Wheel nut(s) missing (4.2.A.1e)

Nearside Rear Wheel nut(s) missing (4.2.A.1e)

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

Offside Front Wheel nut(s) missing (4.2.A.1e)

Offside Rear Wheel nut(s) missing (4.2.A.1e)

Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

handbrake travel high

Pass 16 Feb 2016 191,542 miles

Drivers door handle stiff

Front brake discs wearing

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

Fail 15 Feb 2016 191,542 miles

Nearside Front Steering rack gaiter insecure (2.2.D.2d)

Nearside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Offside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)

Offside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Drivers door handle stiff

Front brake discs wearing

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

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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DY54 WZA is a 2004 Volvo V50 in Grey with a 2,521cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 6 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 50%.

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 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 DY54 WZA, 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.

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What year was DY54 WZA registered?

DY54 WZA is a 2004 Volvo V50, first registered on 30 November 2004.

Is DY54 WZA safe to buy?

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