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KY54 OCA

2004 Volvo V50

Black Diesel 1998cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires24 Aug 2016
Tests13 (9 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate69.2%

Mileage

156,947 mi
Last recorded156,947 miles
Recorded on25 Aug 2015
Typical for 2004 Volvo V5095,576 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKY54 OCA
MakeVolvo
ModelV50
Year2004
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,998cc

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MOT History

9 pass 4 fail
Pass 25 Aug 2015 156,947 miles

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

Fail 26 Jan 2015 151,055 miles

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

Pass 26 Jan 2015 151,055 miles
Pass 29 Jan 2014 144,075 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Items removed from driver's view prior to test

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

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

Nearside Rear position lamp(s) has light sources not illuminating, but not more than 50% (1.1.A.3b)

Offside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

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

Two stonechips in windscreen

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Fail 16 Jan 2013 137,226 miles

Nearside Rear Direction indicators incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Pass 16 Jan 2013 137,226 miles
Pass 18 Jan 2012 129,162 miles
Fail 23 Nov 2010 123,625 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

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

wear in rear brake discs

Pass 23 Nov 2010 123,625 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

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

wear in rear brake discs

Pass 24 Nov 2009 118,986 miles
Pass 21 Nov 2008 112,583 miles
Fail 20 Nov 2008 112,583 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has a lump, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

Offside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

Offside Rear Tyre has a lump, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

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

Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Service brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Pass 4 Sep 2007 90,721 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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KY54 OCA is a 2004 Volvo V50 in Black with a 1,998cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 69.2%.

Across all 2004 Volvo V50 models, the average MOT pass rate is 71.6% with a typical mileage of 95,576 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 KY54 OCA, 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 22 years old, this Volvo V50 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was KY54 OCA registered?

KY54 OCA is a 2004 Volvo V50, first registered on 3 September 2004.

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