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GU05 KHV

2005 Volvo V50

Blue Diesel 1998cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires9 Jul 2027
Tests21 (18 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

164,440 mi
Last recorded164,440 miles
Recorded on10 Jul 2026
Typical for 2005 Volvo V5099,223 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGU05 KHV
MakeVolvo
ModelV50
Year2005
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,998cc

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MOT History

18 pass 3 fail
Pass 10 Jul 2026 164,440 miles

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 8 Jul 2025 161,704 miles
Pass 3 Aug 2023 154,109 miles
Pass 3 Aug 2022 148,521 miles
Pass 3 Aug 2021 145,056 miles
Pass 29 Jul 2020 140,356 miles
Pass 17 Apr 2019 134,618 miles
Pass 19 Apr 2018 129,652 miles

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

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

Offside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (1.7.5a)

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

Pass 12 Nov 2016 122,486 miles

Driver side front fog light cracked

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

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

Fail 12 Nov 2016 122,486 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

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

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

Pass 24 Nov 2015 115,329 miles

nearside rear tyre close legal limit

play nearside front ball joint

Pass 14 Mar 2015 112,968 miles
Pass 14 Feb 2014 103,508 miles
Fail 12 Feb 2013 93,926 miles

Offside Rear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Pass 12 Feb 2013 93,926 miles
Pass 13 Feb 2012 82,162 miles
Pass 23 Feb 2011 72,313 miles
Pass 16 Feb 2010 60,691 miles
Fail 16 Feb 2010 60,691 miles

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 17 Feb 2009 50,330 miles

Enngine under tray slightly damaged

Pass 14 Feb 2008 37,992 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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GU05 KHV is a 2005 Volvo V50 in Blue with a 1,998cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

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 GU05 KHV, 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 GU05 KHV registered?

GU05 KHV is a 2005 Volvo V50, first registered on 11 March 2005.

Is GU05 KHV safe to buy?

The MOT history for GU05 KHV shows 21 tests with a 85.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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