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HV55 LGG

2005 Volvo V50

Grey Diesel 1998cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires11 Jul 2019
Tests11 (10 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate90.9%

Mileage

167,768 mi
Last recorded167,768 miles
Recorded on12 Jul 2018
Typical for 2005 Volvo V5099,223 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHV55 LGG
MakeVolvo
ModelV50
Year2005
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,998cc

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MOT History

10 pass 1 fail
Pass 12 Jul 2018 167,768 miles

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

Pass 24 Jun 2017 156,847 miles
Pass 12 Feb 2016 146,133 miles
Pass 6 Dec 2014 137,608 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Nearside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

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

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 26 Nov 2013 130,485 miles

Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Nearside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Pass 1 Aug 2012

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Pass 28 May 2011 114,010 miles

Nail in nearside rear tyre

Pass 12 Jun 2010 103,493 miles
Pass 4 Sep 2009 86,492 miles

windscreen damage , not excessive....

Pass 17 Sep 2008 62,943 miles

windscreen damage , not yet excessive.....

Fail 17 Sep 2008 62,943 miles

Offside Windscreen has a sticker or other obstruction encroaching into the swept area by more than 40mm outside zone 'A' (8.3.1e)

windscreen damage , not yet excessive.....

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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HV55 LGG is a 2005 Volvo V50 in Grey with a 1,998cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90.9%.

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 HV55 LGG, 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 HV55 LGG registered?

HV55 LGG is a 2005 Volvo V50, first registered on 22 September 2005.

Is HV55 LGG safe to buy?

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