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LJ05 LPA

2005 Volvo V50

White Diesel 1998cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires16 Dec 2020
Tests15 (14 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate93.3%

Mileage

302,964 mi
Last recorded302,964 miles
Recorded on17 Jun 2019
Typical for 2005 Volvo V5099,223 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLJ05 LPA
MakeVolvo
ModelV50
Year2005
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,998cc

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MOT History

14 pass 1 fail
Pass 17 Jun 2019 302,964 miles

front coil springs light corrosion

Pass 8 Jun 2018 287,262 miles
Pass 14 Jun 2017 276,238 miles
Pass 20 May 2016 257,432 miles
Pass 9 Jun 2015 232,991 miles
Pass 28 May 2014 202,130 miles
Pass 5 Jun 2013 180,264 miles
Fail 3 Jun 2013 180,259 miles

Offside Rear Braking system leaking (3.6.A.1) DANGEROUS

Offside Front Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Pass 22 May 2012 163,473 miles
Pass 19 May 2011 158,126 miles

Nearside Rear Rear position lamp(s) obscured but not more than 50% (1.1.A.3c)

both front tyres have 3mm of tread left

Pass 19 May 2010 147,749 miles
Pass 21 May 2009 122,188 miles
Pass 20 May 2008 90,684 miles
Pass 22 May 2007 55,760 miles
Pass 15 Jun 2006 24,075 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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LJ05 LPA is a 2005 Volvo V50 in White with a 1,998cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 93.3%.

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 LJ05 LPA, 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 LJ05 LPA registered?

LJ05 LPA is a 2005 Volvo V50, first registered on 27 June 2005.

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The MOT history for LJ05 LPA shows 15 tests with a 93.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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