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GF54 VWL

2004 Volvo V50

Black Diesel 1998cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires23 Jun 2015
Tests9 (8 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

112,379 mi
Last recorded112,379 miles
Recorded on24 Jun 2014
Typical for 2004 Volvo V5095,576 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGF54 VWL
MakeVolvo
ModelV50
Year2004
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,998cc

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MOT History

8 pass 1 fail
Pass 24 Jun 2014 112,379 miles

Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

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

Pass 13 Jun 2013 90,681 miles
Pass 27 Jul 2012 82,796 miles

Nail in nearside rear tyre

Pass 28 Jul 2011 75,841 miles

Nearside Front Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)

Pass 17 Aug 2010 69,118 miles

advise both rear tyres worn close to limit

advise impact damage to both door mirrors

advise puncture in osr tyre

advise slight imbalance on front brakes

advise wiper blades condition deteriorating

Pass 19 Feb 2010 65,478 miles

Nearside Inner Front Road wheel slightly damaged (4.2.A.1a)

Offside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

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

imbalance of front brake just within limits

o/s front brake binding slightly

Fail 17 Feb 2010 65,461 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Offside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

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

Nearside Inner Front Road wheel slightly damaged (4.2.A.1a)

Offside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

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

loud knock from front suspension area

Pass 10 Jan 2009 55,957 miles

Offside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

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

Pass 19 Nov 2007 44,074 miles

Nail in offside rear tyre

Nearside Inner Front Road wheel slightly damaged (4.2.A.1a)

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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GF54 VWL is a 2004 Volvo V50 in Black with a 1,998cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.9%.

Across all 2004 Volvo V50 models, the average MOT pass rate is 71.6% with a typical mileage of 95,576 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 GF54 VWL, 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 22 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 GF54 VWL registered?

GF54 VWL is a 2004 Volvo V50, first registered on 6 November 2004.

Is GF54 VWL safe to buy?

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