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LM05 FRT

2005 Volvo V50

Grey Petrol 1798cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires11 May 2018
Tests13 (10 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate76.9%

Mileage

152,890 mi
Last recorded152,890 miles
Recorded on12 May 2017
Typical for 2005 Volvo V5099,223 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLM05 FRT
MakeVolvo
ModelV50
Year2005
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,798cc

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MOT History

10 pass 3 fail
Pass 12 May 2017 152,890 miles

emissions on top limits

parking brake efficiency only just met

under trays fitted

Fail 9 May 2017 152,890 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement wishbone (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement wishbone (2.4.G.2)

Offside Rear Rear wheel bearing rough when rotated (2.6.1)

emissions on top limits

parking brake efficiency only just met

under trays fitted

Pass 6 May 2016 147,662 miles
Fail 6 May 2016 147,639 miles

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Steering rack gaiter insecure (2.2.D.2d)

Offside Steering rack gaiter split (2.2.D.2d)

Pass 5 May 2015 142,026 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

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

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

emissions on top limits

Pass 2 May 2014 133,051 miles
Pass 29 Apr 2013 120,396 miles

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

front tyres worn on inner edges advise tracking check

service light on

Pass 20 Mar 2012 110,640 miles

Front Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Pass 21 Mar 2011 101,532 miles

Front Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

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

Offside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Pass 14 Apr 2010 88,342 miles

Nearside Headlamp damaged but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

Pass 7 Apr 2009 76,487 miles

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

Pass 16 Apr 2008 62,758 miles
Fail 14 Apr 2008 62,758 miles

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

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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LM05 FRT is a 2005 Volvo V50 in Grey with a 1,798cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.9%.

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 LM05 FRT, 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 LM05 FRT registered?

LM05 FRT is a 2005 Volvo V50, first registered on 27 June 2005.

Is LM05 FRT safe to buy?

The MOT history for LM05 FRT shows 13 tests with a 76.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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