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KE55 OFU

2005 Volvo V50

Black Diesel 1998cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires23 Jan 2024
Tests21 (14 pass, 7 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

159,328 mi
Last recorded159,328 miles
Recorded on24 Jan 2023
Typical for 2005 Volvo V5099,223 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKE55 OFU
MakeVolvo
ModelV50
Year2005
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,998cc

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MOT History

14 pass 7 fail
Pass 24 Jan 2023 159,328 miles

Nearside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

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

Offside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))

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

Pass 22 Dec 2021 148,726 miles

Front Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Fuel additive tank weeping

Nearside rear brake pads in poor condition

Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 18 Jan 2021 146,568 miles

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

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

Fail 18 Jan 2021 146,558 miles

Offside Steering rack gaiter missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))

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

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

Offside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Pass 18 Jul 2019 141,432 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Fail 18 Jul 2019 141,332 miles

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

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 18 Jul 2018 126,740 miles

Offside Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Rear Coil spring corroded both (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Fail 18 Jul 2018 126,740 miles

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

Offside Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Rear Coil spring corroded both (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Fail 30 Jun 2018 125,993 miles

Nearside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))

Nearside Track rod end ball joint dust cover excessively damaged or deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))

Nearside Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))

Steering rack gaiter missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt split (2.1.3 (g) (ii))

Items removed from driver's view prior to test ()

Rear Coil spring corroded bottom (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Rear exhaust mounting bracket broken

Pass 1 Jul 2017 109,597 miles

N/S/R tyre is getting low on 3mm

Pass 1 Jul 2016 92,274 miles

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened rust ridges (3.5.1i)

Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened rust ridges (3.5.1i)

Pass 24 Jun 2015 76,620 miles

front disc inner faces lipped and scored

park brake travel

Pass 8 Jul 2014 61,127 miles
Fail 8 Jul 2014 61,127 miles

Nearside Rear Anti-roll bar locating pin insecure (2.4.G.3a)

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

Pass 19 Jul 2013 176,290 miles

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

Pass 19 Jul 2012 50,431 miles

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

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Pass 2 Feb 2011 38,806 miles
Fail 29 Jan 2011 38,806 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

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

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 25 Jan 2010 30,411 miles
Pass 23 Jan 2009 22,853 miles
Fail 23 Jan 2009 22,853 miles

Nearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

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

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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KE55 OFU is a 2005 Volvo V50 in Black with a 1,998cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 KE55 OFU, 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 KE55 OFU registered?

KE55 OFU is a 2005 Volvo V50, first registered on 31 December 2005.

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