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GJ55 FMD

2005 Volvo V50

Black Diesel 1999cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires15 Dec 2019
Tests11 (10 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate90.9%

Mileage

150,553 mi
Last recorded150,553 miles
Recorded on13 Dec 2018
Typical for 2005 Volvo V5099,223 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGJ55 FMD
MakeVolvo
ModelV50
Year2005
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,999cc

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MOT History

10 pass 1 fail
Pass 13 Dec 2018 150,553 miles
Pass 15 Dec 2017 147,330 miles

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

Pass 8 Dec 2016 145,017 miles

Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

brake disc modified but not seriously weakened (3.5.1n)

under body dirty

Pass 16 Dec 2015 135,409 miles
Pass 9 Sep 2014 129,369 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

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

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

Oil leak

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

corrosion to exhaust

corrosion to front and rear brake discs

n/s/r tyre worn on inner edge

o/s/f wheel arche cover damaged

Pass 25 Feb 2013 120,837 miles

Nearside front brake juddering slightly (3.7.A.2b)

Offside front brake juddering slightly (3.7.A.2b)

Fail 18 Feb 2013 120,802 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Nearside Rear Road wheel distorted (4.2.A.1a)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

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

Nearside front brake juddering slightly (3.7.A.2b)

Offside front brake juddering slightly (3.7.A.2b)

Pass 5 Sep 2011 103,365 miles

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

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

both rear discs rusty

Pass 7 Sep 2010 87,573 miles
Pass 7 Sep 2009 69,386 miles
Pass 6 Sep 2008 52,060 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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GJ55 FMD is a 2005 Volvo V50 in Black with a 1,999cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90.9%.

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 GJ55 FMD, 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

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What year was GJ55 FMD registered?

GJ55 FMD is a 2005 Volvo V50, first registered on 12 September 2005.

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