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NH05 VAF

2005 Volvo V50

Grey Diesel 1998cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires10 Jul 2018
Tests12 (10 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

171,282 mi
Last recorded171,282 miles
Recorded on4 Jul 2017
Typical for 2005 Volvo V5099,223 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationNH05 VAF
MakeVolvo
ModelV50
Year2005
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,998cc

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MOT History

10 pass 2 fail
Pass 4 Jul 2017 171,282 miles
Pass 24 Jun 2016 162,267 miles

Nearside Front Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)

Nearside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

Offside Rear Nail in tyre ()

Offside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

Oil leak ()

Fail 23 Jun 2016 162,259 miles

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

Nearside Front Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)

Nearside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

Offside Rear Nail in tyre ()

Offside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

Oil leak ()

both rear tyres worn to just above cords, advise replace ASAP

Pass 7 Jul 2015 152,592 miles

Nearside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

Offside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

uneven wear on both rear tyres

Pass 9 Jul 2014 142,307 miles

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

Fail 9 Jul 2014 142,307 miles

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

Nearside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Pass 2 Jul 2013 126,295 miles
Pass 5 Jul 2012 111,345 miles
Pass 11 Jul 2011 100,943 miles
Pass 21 Jan 2011 95,680 miles
Pass 9 Oct 2009 86,656 miles

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

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

Pass 2 Jul 2008 63,127 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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NH05 VAF is a 2005 Volvo V50 in Grey with a 1,998cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 NH05 VAF, 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.

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What year was NH05 VAF registered?

NH05 VAF is a 2005 Volvo V50, first registered on 1 August 2005.

Is NH05 VAF safe to buy?

The MOT history for NH05 VAF shows 12 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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