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HG04 WUE

2004 Volvo V50

Grey Diesel 1998cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires27 Aug 2026
Tests21 (19 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate90.5%

Mileage

108,922 mi
Last recorded108,922 miles
Recorded on12 Aug 2025
Typical for 2004 Volvo V5095,576 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHG04 WUE
MakeVolvo
ModelV50
Year2004
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,998cc

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MOT History

19 pass 2 fail
Pass 12 Aug 2025 108,922 miles
Pass 19 Aug 2024 100,422 miles

Exhaust mounting defective rear mounting snapped (6.1.2 (a))

Parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.4.2 (a) (i))

Fail 19 Aug 2024 100,422 miles

Exhaust mounting defective rear mounting snapped (6.1.2 (a))

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.4.2 (a) (i))

Pass 7 Aug 2023 92,749 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Headlamp lens slightly defective beam image dull (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Pass 28 Jul 2022 85,936 miles

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

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

Pass 23 Aug 2021 80,611 miles
Pass 28 Aug 2020 75,872 miles
Pass 26 Apr 2019 68,731 miles
Pass 26 Apr 2018 59,173 miles
Pass 20 Apr 2017 48,352 miles

O/S/R TYRE TREAD SHOWING SIGNS OF INTERNAL FAILURE, BLOCK TREADS ARE LIFTING IN PLACES

Fail 20 Apr 2017 48,351 miles

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

Offside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

N/S/F TYRE WORN SMOOTH ON INNER EDGE

O/S/R TYRE TREAD SHOWING SIGNS OF INTERNAL FAILURE, BLOCK TREADS ARE LIFTING IN PLACES

Pass 6 Apr 2016 39,418 miles
Pass 13 Apr 2015 37,444 miles
Pass 24 Apr 2014 34,920 miles

n/s dip beam dim

Pass 15 Apr 2013 32,238 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 16 Apr 2012 29,660 miles

Both outer sills obscured by plastic trims

Pass 11 Apr 2011 26,198 miles
Pass 12 Apr 2010 21,784 miles
Pass 9 Apr 2009 18,570 miles
Pass 25 Apr 2008 15,367 miles

advise front tyres worn edges

Pass 17 Apr 2007 11,169 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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HG04 WUE is a 2004 Volvo V50 in Grey with a 1,998cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90.5%.

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 HG04 WUE, 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 HG04 WUE registered?

HG04 WUE is a 2004 Volvo V50, first registered on 30 April 2004.

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The MOT history for HG04 WUE shows 21 tests with a 90.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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