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FG57 ULU

2007 Volvo V50

Black Diesel 1998cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires16 May 2027
Tests20 (16 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

101,387 mi
Last recorded101,387 miles
Recorded on20 Apr 2026
Typical for 2007 Volvo V5097,569 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFG57 ULU
MakeVolvo
ModelV50
Year2007
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,998cc

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MOT History

16 pass 4 fail
Pass 20 Apr 2026 101,387 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Front Side repeater slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Offside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Rear exhaust box corroded

Pass 12 May 2025 99,312 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 17 May 2024 96,522 miles
Pass 1 Jun 2023 94,312 miles
Pass 18 Jun 2022 91,062 miles
Pass 23 Jun 2021 86,635 miles
Pass 29 Jun 2020 83,713 miles
Pass 15 Jun 2019 80,671 miles
Pass 11 Jun 2018 77,707 miles
Pass 10 Jun 2017 73,530 miles

Covers fitted to engine and under car obscuring view of some testable items

Rear middle exhaust baffle corroded, not leaking.

Pass 17 Jun 2016 69,955 miles

covers fitted to engine and under car

middle exhaust baffle corroded

Fail 17 Jun 2016 69,955 miles

Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

covers fitted to engine and under car

middle exhaust baffle corroded

Pass 4 Aug 2014 62,785 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Fail 4 Aug 2014 62,785 miles

Centre Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 2 Aug 2013 60,105 miles
Pass 28 Sep 2012 55,834 miles
Pass 23 Sep 2011 46,877 miles
Fail 23 Sep 2011 46,877 miles

Offside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

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

Pass 7 Sep 2010 36,971 miles
Fail 7 Sep 2010 36,971 miles

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

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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FG57 ULU is a 2007 Volvo V50 in Black with a 1,998cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

Across all 2007 Volvo V50 models, the average MOT pass rate is 72.2% with a typical mileage of 97,569 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 FG57 ULU, 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 19 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 FG57 ULU registered?

FG57 ULU is a 2007 Volvo V50, first registered on 30 September 2007.

Is FG57 ULU safe to buy?

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