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GL05 PZZ

2005 Volvo V50

Red Diesel 2435cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires7 Feb 2024
Tests18 (15 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

Typical for 2005 Volvo V5099,223 mi
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGL05 PZZ
MakeVolvo
ModelV50
Year2005
ColourRed
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,435cc

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MOT History

15 pass 3 fail
Pass 8 Feb 2023

Nearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Front wing holed

Offside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 5 Feb 2022 160,497 miles

Nearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Pass 28 Jan 2021 148,753 miles
Pass 6 Jul 2019 133,901 miles
Pass 9 Jun 2018 124,526 miles
Pass 18 Apr 2017 110,597 miles
Pass 1 Dec 2015 89,876 miles
Pass 27 Jan 2015 83,724 miles
Fail 27 Jan 2015 83,724 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

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

Pass 18 Mar 2014 76,450 miles
Pass 20 Mar 2013 68,477 miles
Pass 13 Mar 2012 55,937 miles
Pass 3 Feb 2011 43,913 miles

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

Fail 2 Feb 2011 43,907 miles

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Rear Tyre has a lump, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

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

Fail 25 Jan 2010 35,752 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

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

Pass 25 Jan 2010 35,752 miles

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

Pass 5 Jan 2009 26,406 miles

Nearside rear tyre getting low and has a light cut to sidewall

Pass 4 Feb 2008 17,618 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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GL05 PZZ is a 2005 Volvo V50 in Red with a 2,435cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 GL05 PZZ, 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 GL05 PZZ registered?

GL05 PZZ is a 2005 Volvo V50, first registered on 28 June 2005.

Is GL05 PZZ safe to buy?

The MOT history for GL05 PZZ shows 18 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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