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KP55 KJO

2005 Volvo V50

Grey Diesel 1998cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires25 Nov 2016
Tests9 (8 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

177,138 mi
Last recorded177,138 miles
Recorded on21 Nov 2015
Typical for 2005 Volvo V5099,223 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKP55 KJO
MakeVolvo
ModelV50
Year2005
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,998cc

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MOT History

8 pass 1 fail
Pass 21 Nov 2015 177,138 miles

both front tyres worn inner edges

Pass 24 Nov 2014 163,197 miles

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

Pass 23 Nov 2013 148,331 miles

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

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

Pass 21 Nov 2012 131,785 miles

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

exhaust silencer deteriorated

rear exhaust bracket broken

Fail 21 Nov 2012 131,785 miles

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

Offside Rear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

exhaust silencer deteriorated

rear exhaust bracket broken

Pass 26 Nov 2011 116,787 miles

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

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

Pass 24 Nov 2010 100,600 miles
Pass 29 Oct 2009 82,674 miles
Pass 17 Nov 2008 62,816 miles

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

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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KP55 KJO is a 2005 Volvo V50 in Grey with a 1,998cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.9%.

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 KP55 KJO, 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 KP55 KJO registered?

KP55 KJO is a 2005 Volvo V50, first registered on 24 November 2005.

Is KP55 KJO safe to buy?

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