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FH07 VNV

2007 Volvo V50

Blue Diesel 1998cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires14 Sep 2026
Tests17 (15 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate88.2%

Mileage

98,800 mi
Last recorded98,800 miles
Recorded on15 Sep 2025
Typical for 2007 Volvo V5097,569 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFH07 VNV
MakeVolvo
ModelV50
Year2007
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,998cc

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MOT History

15 pass 2 fail
Pass 15 Sep 2025 98,800 miles

Nearside Front Oil leak, but not excessive gear box area damp (8.4.1 (a) (i))

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

Rear Exhaust box outer skin corroded

Vehicles internal headlight adjuster altered to recheck lights ()

Pass 10 Sep 2024 87,086 miles

Coolant level low

Nearside Front Direction indicator lens defective which has no effect on emitted light Wing mirror repter damaged (4.4.1 (b) (i))

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

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Bold on inner edge recommend changing (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

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

Fail 4 Sep 2024 87,085 miles

Engine mounting damaged or deteriorated resulting in excessive movement Dogbone/rear stabilizer (6.1.8 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Position lamp not working Side light (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn Rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn Rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Upper Macpherson strut pin or bush likely to become detached Excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Coolant level low

Nearside Front Direction indicator lens defective which has no effect on emitted light Wing mirror repter damaged (4.4.1 (b) (i))

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

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Bold on inner edge recommend changing (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

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

Pass 8 Sep 2023 74,051 miles

Nearside Front Wheel bearing slightly noisy (5.1.3 (b) (i))

Fail 4 Sep 2023 74,051 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

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

Offside Front Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Front Wheel bearing slightly noisy (5.1.3 (b) (i))

Pass 24 Jan 2022 58,302 miles

Engine covers + under trays fitted obscuring some components

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

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view Not over 40mm outside zone A (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 20 Jan 2021 50,289 miles

Engine covers + under trays fitted obscuring some components

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

Pass 23 Jan 2020 45,143 miles

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

Engine covers + under trays fitted obscuring some components

Nearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

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

Offside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view Not over 40mm outside zone A (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 25 Jan 2019 34,266 miles

Engine covers + under trays fitted obscuring some components

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view Not over 40mm outside zone A (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 6 Jan 2018 31,190 miles
Pass 6 Jan 2017 30,593 miles
Pass 24 Jan 2016 29,958 miles
Pass 23 Jan 2015 29,168 miles

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

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

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Vehicle's internal headlight adjuster altered to recheck lights

both front tyres cracking and slightly deteriorated

Pass 10 Jan 2014 27,802 miles
Pass 26 Jun 2012 26,482 miles
Pass 22 Jun 2011 23,996 miles

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

Pass 17 Jun 2010 20,114 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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FH07 VNV is a 2007 Volvo V50 in Blue with a 1,998cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.2%.

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 FH07 VNV, 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 FH07 VNV registered?

FH07 VNV is a 2007 Volvo V50, first registered on 30 June 2007.

Is FH07 VNV safe to buy?

The MOT history for FH07 VNV shows 17 tests with a 88.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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