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LX05 XZJ

2005 Volvo V50

Silver Diesel 1997cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires11 Jun 2024
Tests21 (16 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate76.2%

Mileage

197,297 mi
Last recorded197,297 miles
Recorded on30 May 2023
Typical for 2005 Volvo V5099,223 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLX05 XZJ
MakeVolvo
ModelV50
Year2005
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,997cc

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MOT History

16 pass 5 fail
Pass 30 May 2023 197,297 miles
Pass 20 May 2022 194,205 miles
Fail 20 May 2022 194,206 miles

Nearside Rear Parking brake inoperative on one side (1.4.1 (a))

Parking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))

Pass 13 May 2021 187,947 miles
Pass 28 May 2020 177,672 miles

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

OSF tyre inner edge wear on shoulder no cords showing at moment

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

Pass 14 May 2019 163,894 miles
Fail 13 May 2019 163,893 miles

Offside Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Pass 24 May 2018 151,852 miles
Fail 23 May 2018 151,852 miles

Offside Front Wheel bearing rough when rotated (5.1.3 (b) (i))

Tyre has ply or cords exposed n/s/f and o/s/f (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 30 May 2017 142,122 miles
Fail 30 May 2017 142,121 miles

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Pass 25 May 2016 132,506 miles
Pass 21 May 2015 121,523 miles

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

Pass 20 May 2014 112,374 miles
Pass 21 May 2013 104,359 miles
Fail 21 May 2013 104,354 miles

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Pass 22 May 2012 95,326 miles
Pass 18 May 2011 84,445 miles

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

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

Pass 24 May 2010 73,510 miles
Pass 22 May 2009 62,971 miles

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

Pass 30 May 2008 48,882 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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LX05 XZJ is a 2005 Volvo V50 in Silver with a 1,997cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.2%.

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 LX05 XZJ, 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 LX05 XZJ registered?

LX05 XZJ is a 2005 Volvo V50, first registered on 11 June 2005.

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The MOT history for LX05 XZJ shows 21 tests with a 76.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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