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KP05 YXA

2005 Volvo V50

Grey Diesel 1998cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires30 Nov 2020
Tests14 (13 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.9%

Mileage

156,804 mi
Last recorded156,804 miles
Recorded on15 Nov 2019
Typical for 2005 Volvo V5099,223 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKP05 YXA
MakeVolvo
ModelV50
Year2005
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,998cc

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MOT History

13 pass 1 fail
Pass 15 Nov 2019 156,804 miles

Direction indicator slightly discoloured both rear (4.4.3 (a))

Offside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 30 Nov 2018 149,603 miles

Direction indicator slightly discoloured both rear (4.4.3 (a))

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

Pass 1 Dec 2017 139,970 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

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

Pass 11 Nov 2016 127,388 miles

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

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

Pass 12 Nov 2015 114,761 miles
Pass 7 Nov 2014 107,858 miles
Pass 13 Nov 2013 94,900 miles
Pass 23 Mar 2013 90,406 miles
Pass 4 Apr 2012 84,473 miles
Pass 2 Mar 2011 78,516 miles
Fail 1 Mar 2011

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

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

Pass 11 Mar 2010 73,299 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Pass 22 Dec 2008 61,328 miles
Pass 30 Jun 2008 54,078 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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KP05 YXA is a 2005 Volvo V50 in Grey with a 1,998cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.9%.

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 KP05 YXA, 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 KP05 YXA registered?

KP05 YXA is a 2005 Volvo V50, first registered on 31 May 2005.

Is KP05 YXA safe to buy?

The MOT history for KP05 YXA shows 14 tests with a 92.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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