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KM05 DYG

2005 Volvo V50

Silver Diesel 1998cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires30 Jul 2014
Tests10 (7 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate70%

Mileage

161,629 mi
Last recorded161,629 miles
Recorded on22 Jul 2013
Typical for 2005 Volvo V5099,223 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKM05 DYG
MakeVolvo
ModelV50
Year2005
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,998cc

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MOT History

7 pass 3 fail
Fail 22 Jul 2013 161,629 miles

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

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

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

both rear tyres worn on inner edges

exhaust deteriorating

nearside mirror glass missing

Pass 22 Jul 2013 161,629 miles

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

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

both rear tyres worn on inner edges

exhaust deteriorating

nearside mirror glass missing

Pass 31 Jul 2012 148,574 miles

(2d)The Vehicle and Operater Services Agency advise that it is a refusal to test your vehicle when personal effects are left within the boot/vehicle,which must be removed prior to teaking to a Test Station.

(3.5.1i)The nearside front brake disc inner face is corroded and worn

(3.5.1i)The offside brake disc inner face as far as can be seen is worn

(3.5.1j)The nearside front brake disc back plate is missing

(3.6B.4a)The nearside front brake hose is not correctly secured as intended

(7.1.1)The exhaust hangers are deteriorating

(7.1.2)The rear exhaust silencer case is deteriorating

NOTES FOR THE VEHICLE OWNER/PRESENTER

STATUTORY PROVISIONS & REGULATIONS SECTION 45 1988 AS AMENDED

The following items having been examined in accordance with the above regulations have been found to be in a deteriorated,worn condition and should be given attention.

The vehicle manufacturer from new has fitted in various locations protective covers,which are preventing a complete visual examination of some areas of the inspection.

Fail 31 Jul 2012 148,574 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

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

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

(1.1C.1e)The nearside rear number plate lamp illumination is deteriorating

(2d)The Vehicle and Operater Services Agency advise that it is a refusal to test your vehicle when personal effects are left within the boot/vehicle,which must be removed prior to teaking to a Test Station.

(3.5.1i)The nearside front brake disc inner face is corroded and worn

(3.5.1i)The offside brake disc inner face as far as can be seen is worn

(3.5.1j)The nearside front brake disc back plate is missing

(3.6B.4a)The nearside front brake hose is not correctly secured as intended

(7.1.1)The exhaust hangers are deteriorating

(7.1.2)The rear exhaust silencer case is deteriorating

NOTES FOR THE VEHICLE OWNER/PRESENTER

STATUTORY PROVISIONS & REGULATIONS SECTION 45 1988 AS AMENDED

The following items having been examined in accordance with the above regulations have been found to be in a deteriorated,worn condition and should be given attention.

The vehicle manufacturer from new has fitted in various locations protective covers,which are preventing a complete visual examination of some areas of the inspection.

Pass 28 Jul 2011 133,647 miles

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

Nearside Front coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

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

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

Fail 28 Jul 2011 133,647 miles

Front registration plate deteriorated (6.3.1d)

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

Nearside Front coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

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

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

Rear registration plate deteriorated (6.3.1d)

Pass 7 Jul 2010 111,765 miles
Pass 17 Jul 2009 73,562 miles

o/s/r tyre scrubbing on inner edge

Pass 18 Jul 2008 36,476 miles
Pass 14 Apr 2008 36,259 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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KM05 DYG is a 2005 Volvo V50 in Silver with a 1,998cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 70%.

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 KM05 DYG, 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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KM05 DYG is a 2005 Volvo V50, first registered on 20 June 2005.

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