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FH05 BVV

2005 Volvo V50

Black Diesel 1998cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires4 Jan 2022
Tests19 (13 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate68.4%

Mileage

245,495 mi
Last recorded245,495 miles
Recorded on16 Dec 2020
Typical for 2005 Volvo V5099,223 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFH05 BVV
MakeVolvo
ModelV50
Year2005
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,998cc

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MOT History

13 pass 6 fail
Pass 16 Dec 2020 245,495 miles

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

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

Nearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

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

Pass 12 Dec 2019 232,173 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension component ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 12 Dec 2018 214,818 miles
Pass 18 Dec 2017 205,313 miles

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

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

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

Oil leak ()

Fail 18 Dec 2017 205,313 miles

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

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

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

Oil leak ()

Rear Direction indicators incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Pass 16 Dec 2016 188,916 miles

Oil leak ()

Fail 16 Dec 2016 188,915 miles

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

Offside Inner Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)

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

Oil leak ()

Pass 14 Dec 2015 167,521 miles

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

both front tyres worn on inner edges

Fail 14 Dec 2015 167,521 miles

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

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

both front tyres worn on inner edges

Pass 13 Dec 2014 145,686 miles

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

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

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

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

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

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

both front tyres wearing on inner edges

Pass 24 Dec 2013 124,923 miles
Fail 24 Dec 2013 124,923 miles

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

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

rear exhaust heat shield loose

Pass 20 Dec 2012 105,067 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

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

Front Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

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

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

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

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

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

advise offside of under tray insecure

advise oil level found down on pre-checks

Oil leak

Fail 4 Jan 2012 86,961 miles

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

Pass 4 Jan 2012 86,961 miles
Pass 5 Jan 2011 68,335 miles
Pass 26 Nov 2009 63,175 miles
Fail 23 Nov 2009 63,175 miles

Nearside Rear Rear wheel bearing rough when rotated (2.6.1) DANGEROUS

Offside Front Front wheel bearing rough when rotated (2.5.A.2) DANGEROUS

Pass 28 May 2008 38,320 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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FH05 BVV is a 2005 Volvo V50 in Black with a 1,998cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 68.4%.

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 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 FH05 BVV, 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 FH05 BVV registered?

FH05 BVV is a 2005 Volvo V50, first registered on 10 June 2005.

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