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FM05 SJU

2005 Volvo V50

Grey Diesel 1998cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires29 Nov 2018
Tests12 (11 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate91.7%

Mileage

151,572 mi
Last recorded151,572 miles
Recorded on30 Nov 2017
Typical for 2005 Volvo V5099,223 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFM05 SJU
MakeVolvo
ModelV50
Year2005
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,998cc

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MOT History

11 pass 1 fail
Pass 30 Nov 2017 151,572 miles

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

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Pass 23 Feb 2017 145,173 miles

NEAR SIDE AND OFF SIDE FRONT TYRES INNER AND OUTER TREAD WEAR

Nearside Rear Nail in tyre ()

OFF SIDE REAR DOOR CANNOT BE OPENED FROM INSIDE

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

REAR EXHAUST MOUNT BRACKET BROKEN

Fail 23 Feb 2017 145,172 miles

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

Offside Front Driver's door cannot be opened from inside the vehicle (6.2.B.1b)

Offside Front Driver's door cannot be opened from outside the vehicle (6.2.B.1b)

Offside Front Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)

Offside Front Side repeater not working (1.4.A.2c)

Offside Rear passenger door cannot be opened from outside the vehicle (6.2.B.1c)

NEAR SIDE AND OFF SIDE FRONT TYRES INNER AND OUTER TREAD WEAR

Nearside Rear Nail in tyre ()

OFF SIDE REAR DOOR CANNOT BE OPENED FROM INSIDE

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

REAR EXHAUST MOUNT BRACKET BROKEN

Pass 3 Mar 2016 135,063 miles

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

Pass 3 Mar 2015 125,647 miles

near side and off side rear tyres wear

off side front tyre slight wear

Pass 28 Feb 2014 116,247 miles
Pass 15 Feb 2013 107,487 miles
Pass 1 Jun 2012 103,116 miles

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

Pass 6 May 2011 95,319 miles
Pass 22 Jul 2010 89,259 miles
Pass 22 Jul 2009 73,204 miles
Pass 23 Jul 2008 65,490 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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FM05 SJU is a 2005 Volvo V50 in Grey with a 1,998cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 91.7%.

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 FM05 SJU, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of FM05 SJU?

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What year was FM05 SJU registered?

FM05 SJU is a 2005 Volvo V50, first registered on 22 July 2005.

Is FM05 SJU safe to buy?

The MOT history for FM05 SJU shows 12 tests with a 91.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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