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GV05 XMF

2005 Volvo V50

Silver Petrol 2521cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires1 Apr 2027
Tests21 (18 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

87,738 mi
Last recorded87,738 miles
Recorded on2 Apr 2026
Typical for 2005 Volvo V5099,223 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGV05 XMF
MakeVolvo
ModelV50
Year2005
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,521cc

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MOT History

18 pass 3 fail
Pass 2 Apr 2026 87,738 miles

Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement osf and nsf rear most bushes (5.3.4 (a) (i))

under floor components corroded

Fail 31 Mar 2026 87,736 miles

Front Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

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

Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement osf and nsf rear most bushes (5.3.4 (a) (i))

under floor components corroded

Pass 18 Mar 2025 86,618 miles

Front Coil spring corroded both fronts (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 5 Mar 2024 85,749 miles

Front Coil spring corroded both fronts and osr (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Pass 3 Mar 2023 84,403 miles

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

Pass 28 Jan 2022 78,147 miles
Pass 5 Feb 2021 73,537 miles
Pass 28 Jan 2020 69,737 miles
Pass 1 Feb 2019 64,195 miles
Pass 1 Feb 2018 59,035 miles
Pass 28 Jun 2016 54,557 miles
Pass 23 Jun 2015 51,279 miles
Pass 24 Jun 2014 47,595 miles
Fail 24 Jun 2014 47,595 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 24 Jun 2013 43,735 miles
Pass 25 Jun 2012 39,721 miles
Fail 25 Jun 2012 39,711 miles

Offside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

Nearside Front Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b) DANGEROUS

Pass 22 Jun 2011 35,282 miles
Pass 22 Jun 2010 29,544 miles
Pass 24 Jun 2009 23,769 miles
Pass 2 Jun 2008 16,159 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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GV05 XMF is a 2005 Volvo V50 in Silver with a 2,521cc petrol 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 GV05 XMF, 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 GV05 XMF registered?

GV05 XMF is a 2005 Volvo V50, first registered on 30 June 2005.

Is GV05 XMF safe to buy?

The MOT history for GV05 XMF 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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