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GY55 XXV

2005 Volvo V50

Grey Diesel 1998cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires15 May 2023
Tests20 (13 pass, 7 fail)
Pass rate65%

Mileage

199,166 mi
Last recorded199,166 miles
Recorded on16 May 2022
Typical for 2005 Volvo V5099,223 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGY55 XXV
MakeVolvo
ModelV50
Year2005
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,998cc

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MOT History

13 pass 7 fail
Pass 16 May 2022 199,166 miles
Pass 24 Feb 2021 185,984 miles
Fail 21 Feb 2021 185,909 miles
Pass 25 Feb 2019 169,372 miles
Fail 1 Feb 2019 168,518 miles
Fail 19 Jul 2018 157,299 miles
Pass 24 May 2016 122,242 miles
Fail 24 May 2016 122,242 miles

Exhaust system not adequately supported rear hanger (7.1.1)

Pass 12 Apr 2015 114,557 miles

Nearside Rear Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Rear Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Pass 14 Apr 2014 106,938 miles
Pass 11 Apr 2013 97,603 miles
Pass 23 Jan 2013 96,931 miles
Fail 23 Jan 2013 96,931 miles

Rear registration plate deteriorated (6.3.1d)

Pass 1 Feb 2012 88,042 miles
Fail 31 Jan 2012 88,042 miles

Nearside Rear brake caliper leaking (3.6.A.1)

Pass 29 Jan 2011 77,096 miles
Pass 2 Feb 2010 65,253 miles
Pass 14 Jan 2009 52,010 miles
Fail 27 Oct 2008 51,357 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 27 Oct 2008 51,357 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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GY55 XXV is a 2005 Volvo V50 in Grey with a 1,998cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 65%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 GY55 XXV, 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.

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What year was GY55 XXV registered?

GY55 XXV is a 2005 Volvo V50, first registered on 4 November 2005.

Is GY55 XXV safe to buy?

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