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GL55 EBC

2005 Volvo V50

Black Diesel 1998cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires22 Dec 2019
Tests11 (11 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

72,542 mi
Last recorded72,542 miles
Recorded on19 Dec 2018
Typical for 2005 Volvo V5099,223 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGL55 EBC
MakeVolvo
ModelV50
Year2005
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,998cc

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MOT History

11 pass
Pass 19 Dec 2018 72,542 miles
Pass 4 Dec 2017 63,988 miles
Pass 1 Dec 2016 59,702 miles
Pass 1 Dec 2015 54,101 miles
Pass 24 Nov 2014 48,534 miles
Pass 17 Dec 2013 41,631 miles
Pass 11 Dec 2012 35,404 miles
Pass 28 Nov 2011 30,832 miles

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

Pass 13 Dec 2010 24,348 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

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

Pass 26 Nov 2009 18,896 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

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

nearside front tyre worn on inner edge

offside front tyre bald on inner edge

Pass 15 Dec 2008 13,936 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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GL55 EBC is a 2005 Volvo V50 in Black with a 1,998cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 GL55 EBC, 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 GL55 EBC registered?

GL55 EBC is a 2005 Volvo V50, first registered on 22 December 2005.

Is GL55 EBC safe to buy?

The MOT history for GL55 EBC shows 11 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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