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LD05 XJU

2005 Volvo V50

Blue Petrol 1798cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires20 Aug 2027
Tests20 (20 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

109,940 mi
Last recorded109,940 miles
Recorded on30 Jul 2026
Typical for 2005 Volvo V5099,223 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLD05 XJU
MakeVolvo
ModelV50
Year2005
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,798cc

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MOT History

20 pass
Pass 30 Jul 2026 109,940 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Nearside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Pass 12 Aug 2025 108,893 miles

Nearside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Rear Lamp unit cracked but not affecting lights

Offside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Pass 14 Aug 2024 108,099 miles

Nearside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Offside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Offside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Pass 16 Aug 2023 106,251 miles
Pass 12 Aug 2022 104,304 miles
Pass 10 Aug 2021 102,441 miles
Pass 31 Jul 2020 97,027 miles
Pass 13 Aug 2019 91,716 miles
Pass 7 Aug 2018 84,841 miles
Pass 8 Aug 2017 78,445 miles
Pass 2 Aug 2016 72,566 miles
Pass 6 Aug 2015 66,281 miles
Pass 28 Jul 2014 60,738 miles
Pass 7 Aug 2013 55,509 miles

Nearside Front suspension has slight movement at a wishbone pin or bush (2.5.A.1c)

Pass 6 Aug 2012 49,403 miles
Pass 12 Aug 2011 42,341 miles
Pass 17 Aug 2010 34,139 miles
Pass 11 Aug 2009 27,471 miles
Pass 13 Aug 2008 21,566 miles
Pass 21 Aug 2007 15,756 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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LD05 XJU is a 2005 Volvo V50 in Blue with a 1,798cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 LD05 XJU, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was LD05 XJU registered?

LD05 XJU is a 2005 Volvo V50, first registered on 17 April 2005.

Is LD05 XJU safe to buy?

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