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GV58 BXA

2009 Volvo V50

Red Diesel 1997cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires2 Dec 2019
Tests9 (7 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate77.8%

Mileage

165,583 mi
Last recorded165,583 miles
Recorded on3 Dec 2018
Typical for 2009 Volvo V5089,914 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGV58 BXA
MakeVolvo
ModelV50
Year2009
ColourRed
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,997cc

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MOT History

7 pass 2 fail
Pass 3 Dec 2018 165,583 miles

Brake disc worn, but not excessively FRONTS CORRODED AND LIPPED (1.1.14 (a) (i))

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

Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt OFFSIDE REAR ()

Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge NEARSIDE FRONT OUTER EDGE CUTTING OFF BADLY / OUTER SIDEWALL SCRUBBED (5.2.3 (e))

Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge NEARSIDE REAR EDGES CUTTING OFF / CRACKING AND PERISHING WITHIN TREAD PATTERN AND SIDEWALLS (5.2.3 (e))

Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge OFFSIDE FRONT OUTER EDGE CUTTING OFF BADLY / OUTER SIDEWALL PERISHED (5.2.3 (e))

Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge OFFSIDE REAR EDGES CUTTING OFF / CRACKING AND PERISHING WITHIN TREAD PATTERN (5.2.3 (e))

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view CHIP IN SCREEN (3.2 (a) (i))

Fail 29 Nov 2018 165,578 miles

All direction indicators not working ALL WORKING BUT WONT SWITCH OFF / FAULTY DEFECTIVE STALK / DANGEROUS FAULT (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Hydraulic brake calliper inadequately mounted NEARSIDE REAR BRAKE CALIPER SPRING RETAINING CLIP MISSING (1.1.16 (c) (i))

Brake disc worn, but not excessively FRONTS CORRODED AND LIPPED (1.1.14 (a) (i))

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

Brake pad(s) wearing thin FRONTS ON LEGAL LIMIT OF 1.5MM (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Brake pad(s) wearing thin REARS VERY NEAR LEGAL LIMIT 2MM (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt OFFSIDE REAR ()

OFFSIDE REAR UPPER SIDELIGHT INOPERATIVE

Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources NEARSIDE INOPERATIVE (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge NEARSIDE FRONT OUTER EDGE CUTTING OFF BADLY / OUTER SIDEWALL SCRUBBED (5.2.3 (e))

Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge NEARSIDE REAR EDGES CUTTING OFF / CRACKING AND PERISHING WITHIN TREAD PATTERN AND SIDEWALLS (5.2.3 (e))

Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge OFFSIDE FRONT OUTER EDGE CUTTING OFF BADLY / OUTER SIDEWALL PERISHED (5.2.3 (e))

Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge OFFSIDE REAR EDGES CUTTING OFF / CRACKING AND PERISHING WITHIN TREAD PATTERN (5.2.3 (e))

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view CHIP IN SCREEN (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 26 Apr 2017 156,739 miles
Pass 5 May 2016 152,709 miles
Pass 14 May 2015 145,979 miles
Pass 6 May 2014 138,153 miles

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

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

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

Pass 8 Jan 2013 128,705 miles

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

Fail 8 Jan 2013 128,705 miles

Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

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

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

Pass 10 Feb 2012 103,608 miles

Off side rear tyre worn on inner edge

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

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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GV58 BXA is a 2009 Volvo V50 in Red with a 1,997cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.8%.

Across all 2009 Volvo V50 models, the average MOT pass rate is 73.1% with a typical mileage of 89,914 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 GV58 BXA, 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 17 years old, this Volvo V50 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was GV58 BXA registered?

GV58 BXA is a 2009 Volvo V50, first registered on 25 February 2009.

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