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GN54 XRH

2004 Volvo V50

Grey Petrol 2435cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires1 Aug 2024
Tests23 (17 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate73.9%

Mileage

147,245 mi
Last recorded147,245 miles
Recorded on2 Aug 2023
Typical for 2004 Volvo V5095,576 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGN54 XRH
MakeVolvo
ModelV50
Year2004
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,435cc

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MOT History

17 pass 6 fail
Pass 2 Aug 2023 147,245 miles
Pass 23 Jun 2022 142,932 miles
Pass 6 Jul 2021 136,218 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Fail 2 Jul 2021 136,215 miles

Nearside Rear Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

Nearside Rear Inner Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases front flexi (6.1.2 (a))

Nearside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 5 Jan 2021 133,972 miles

Nearside Front Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))

Nearside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge worn badly on inside edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))

rear heat shield insecure

Fail 5 Jan 2021 133,972 miles

Front Exhaust system insecure (6.1.2 (a))

Offside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))

Nearside Front Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))

Nearside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge worn badly on inside edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))

rear heat shield insecure

Pass 24 Jun 2019 127,584 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Fail 24 Jun 2019 127,583 miles

Offside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 12 Jan 2018 118,524 miles
Fail 8 Jan 2018 118,478 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Pass 16 Feb 2017 114,463 miles
Pass 26 Feb 2016 103,879 miles
Pass 20 Jan 2015 84,920 miles
Pass 14 Jan 2014 77,890 miles

Nail in nearside rear tyre

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

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

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

o/s mirror backing is missing

Pass 22 Jan 2013 71,896 miles
Fail 22 Jan 2013 71,896 miles

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Pass 17 Jan 2012 65,870 miles
Pass 25 Jan 2011 59,592 miles

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

Pass 20 Jan 2010 52,263 miles
Pass 29 Jan 2009 45,694 miles
Pass 30 Jan 2008 38,348 miles
Fail 5 Dec 2007 35,322 miles

Nearside Front Headlamps matched pair are incorrectly positioned (1.7.3)

Offside Front Headlamps matched pair are incorrectly positioned (1.7.3)

Pass 5 Dec 2007 35,322 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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GN54 XRH is a 2004 Volvo V50 in Grey with a 2,435cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 73.9%.

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 GN54 XRH, 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 GN54 XRH registered?

GN54 XRH is a 2004 Volvo V50, first registered on 3 September 2004.

Is GN54 XRH safe to buy?

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