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FP55 YUV

2005 Volvo V50

Silver Diesel 1998cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires4 Dec 2017
Tests13 (8 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate61.5%

Mileage

155,033 mi
Last recorded155,033 miles
Recorded on5 Dec 2016
Typical for 2005 Volvo V5099,223 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFP55 YUV
MakeVolvo
ModelV50
Year2005
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,998cc

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MOT History

8 pass 5 fail
Pass 5 Dec 2016 155,033 miles

Engine cover fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

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

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

Oil leak Engine ()

Pass 20 Nov 2014 136,759 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Fail 13 Nov 2014 136,758 miles

Nearside Rear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 16 Aug 2013 118,444 miles

Tow ball/hitch not fitted at time of test

offside rear tyre worn on inner edge

Fail 16 Aug 2013 118,444 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too far to the right (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Tow ball/hitch not fitted at time of test

offside rear tyre worn on inner edge

Pass 1 Dec 2012 109,467 miles

Coolant level low

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Fail 21 Nov 2012 109,458 miles

Exhaust tailpipe not capable of allowing the emission probe to be inserted (7.4.B.1)

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Nearside rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)

Coolant level low

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 10 Nov 2011 94,721 miles
Fail 10 Nov 2011 94,721 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

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

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

Pass 15 Nov 2010 81,308 miles

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

Nail in offside rear tyre

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

n/s/r tyre worn on inner edge

Pass 7 Nov 2009 64,571 miles

child seat fitted n/s/r belt not checked

Fail 7 Nov 2009 64,571 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

child seat fitted n/s/r belt not checked

Pass 7 Nov 2008 46,876 miles

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

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
Full Volvo V50 reliability report

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FP55 YUV is a 2005 Volvo V50 in Silver with a 1,998cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 61.5%.

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 FP55 YUV, 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 FP55 YUV registered?

FP55 YUV is a 2005 Volvo V50, first registered on 25 November 2005.

Is FP55 YUV safe to buy?

The MOT history for FP55 YUV shows 13 tests with a 61.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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