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HW05 CVL

2005 Volvo V50

Grey Diesel 1997cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires22 Jul 2025
Tests21 (17 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate81%

Mileage

98,942 mi
Last recorded98,942 miles
Recorded on23 Jul 2024
Typical for 2005 Volvo V5099,223 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHW05 CVL
MakeVolvo
ModelV50
Year2005
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,997cc

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MOT History

17 pass 4 fail
Pass 23 Jul 2024 98,942 miles

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

Nearside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Wheel bearing slightly noisy (5.1.3 (b) (i))

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Fail 22 Jul 2024 98,940 miles

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

Nearside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Wheel bearing slightly noisy (5.1.3 (b) (i))

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Fail 3 Jul 2024 98,931 miles

Nearside Rear Wheel bearing rough when rotated (5.1.3 (b) (i))

Offside Front Wheel bearing rough when rotated (5.1.3 (b) (i))

Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

Nearside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Track rod end ball joint worn to the extent there is a serious risk of detachment (2.1.3 (b) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Track rod end ball joint worn to the extent there is a serious risk of detachment (2.1.3 (b) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Wheel bearing slightly noisy (5.1.3 (b) (i))

Pass 27 Jun 2023 82,343 miles

Central Front ENGINE COVER AND UNDERTRAY FITTED NOT ALLOWING FULL INSPECTION

Front Outer Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Nearside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output ADVISE LENS POLISH (4.1.4 (b))

Rear Inner Brake pad(s) wearing thin 3MM (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 15 Jun 2022 72,933 miles

Power steering component has slight seepage from a component Steering Rack (2.1.5 (a))

Pass 21 Jun 2021 65,081 miles
Pass 25 Jun 2020 64,159 miles
Pass 20 Jun 2019 61,036 miles
Pass 15 Jun 2018 57,569 miles

Offside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))

Pass 20 Jun 2017 53,279 miles
Pass 21 Jun 2016 49,652 miles
Fail 21 Jun 2016 49,652 miles

Steering rack gaiter insecure Both (2.2.D.2d)

Pass 22 Jun 2015 44,965 miles

Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Nearside Lower Front suspension has slight movement at a wishbone pin or bush (2.5.A.1c)

Offside Lower Front suspension has slight movement at a wishbone pin or bush (2.5.A.1c)

Pass 4 Jun 2014 39,650 miles
Pass 12 Jun 2013 34,952 miles
Pass 18 Jun 2012 30,784 miles
Pass 28 Jun 2011 27,099 miles
Pass 30 Jun 2010 24,267 miles
Fail 29 Jun 2010 24,265 miles

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Pass 25 Jun 2009 20,902 miles
Pass 23 Jun 2008 16,250 miles

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

o/s/r tyre outer sidewall has a cut but cords not showing

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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HW05 CVL is a 2005 Volvo V50 in Grey with a 1,997cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81%.

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 HW05 CVL, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was HW05 CVL registered?

HW05 CVL is a 2005 Volvo V50, first registered on 30 June 2005.

Is HW05 CVL safe to buy?

The MOT history for HW05 CVL shows 21 tests with a 81% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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