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FD55 JFK

2005 Volvo V50

Grey Diesel 1997cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires24 Sep 2020
Tests13 (11 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate84.6%

Mileage

155,164 mi
Last recorded155,164 miles
Recorded on25 Sep 2019
Typical for 2005 Volvo V5099,223 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFD55 JFK
MakeVolvo
ModelV50
Year2005
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,997cc

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MOT History

11 pass 2 fail
Pass 25 Sep 2019 155,164 miles
Fail 29 Jul 2019 155,159 miles

Nearside Front Brake disc significantly and obviously worn (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Brake disc significantly and obviously worn (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Brake disc significantly and obviously worn (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Offside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Brake disc significantly and obviously worn (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Outer Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front fog lens broken

Pass 8 Dec 2017 153,832 miles

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

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

Pass 14 Nov 2016 147,919 miles

Central exhaust silencer deteriorated

Nearside Front fog light damaged

Pass 4 Nov 2015 142,432 miles

Nearside front fog lamp broken

Fail 3 Nov 2015 142,432 miles

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

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)

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

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Nearside front fog lamp broken

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

Pass 25 Nov 2014 126,778 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 31 Jan 2014 115,227 miles

anti skid service required message on dash

n/s/r tyre inner edge devoid at time of test advise new tyre fitted asap

Pass 29 Jan 2013 97,335 miles

n/s/r inner side light inoperative

o/s/r tyre worn on inner edge close to limits

rear brake pads worn low

rear exhaust mount broken (exhuast still supported)

Pass 30 Jan 2012 81,320 miles
Pass 5 Jan 2011 65,985 miles
Pass 18 Dec 2009 53,242 miles

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

Pass 24 Dec 2008 42,149 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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FD55 JFK is a 2005 Volvo V50 in Grey with a 1,997cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84.6%.

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 FD55 JFK, 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.

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What year was FD55 JFK registered?

FD55 JFK is a 2005 Volvo V50, first registered on 13 December 2005.

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