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HN54 BLF

2004 Volvo V50

Red Petrol 2435cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires12 Dec 2016
Tests14 (9 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate64.3%

Mileage

173,257 mi
Last recorded173,257 miles
Recorded on27 Nov 2015
Typical for 2004 Volvo V5095,576 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHN54 BLF
MakeVolvo
ModelV50
Year2004
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,435cc

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MOT History

9 pass 5 fail
Pass 27 Nov 2015 173,257 miles
Fail 27 Nov 2015 173,257 miles

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 8 Dec 2014 165,196 miles
Pass 18 Nov 2013 150,063 miles

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 13 Dec 2012 136,703 miles
Fail 13 Dec 2012 136,703 miles

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Pass 5 Dec 2011 123,732 miles

offside front tyre going out of shape

Fail 5 Dec 2011 123,732 miles

Nearside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Offside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Offside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

offside front tyre going out of shape

Pass 10 Nov 2010 114,330 miles

Offside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Fail 10 Nov 2010 114,330 miles

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

Both front tyres tread low on inner edges

Offside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Pass 2 Dec 2009 96,290 miles
Fail 2 Dec 2009 96,290 miles

Nearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

Offside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

Rear registration plate character(s) likely to be misread (6.3.4b)

Pass 9 Dec 2008 78,981 miles
Pass 15 Oct 2007 60,248 miles

Nearside Front Road wheel slightly damaged (4.2.A.1a)

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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HN54 BLF is a 2004 Volvo V50 in Red with a 2,435cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 64.3%.

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 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 HN54 BLF, 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.

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What year was HN54 BLF registered?

HN54 BLF is a 2004 Volvo V50, first registered on 30 September 2004.

Is HN54 BLF safe to buy?

The MOT history for HN54 BLF shows 14 tests with a 64.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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