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OE05 FHU

2005 Volvo V50

Grey Diesel 1998cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires16 Jan 2021
Tests15 (12 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

127,471 mi
Last recorded127,471 miles
Recorded on17 Jan 2020
Typical for 2005 Volvo V5099,223 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationOE05 FHU
MakeVolvo
ModelV50
Year2005
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,998cc

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MOT History

12 pass 3 fail
Pass 17 Jan 2020 127,471 miles

slight fluctuation in rear brakes

Pass 23 May 2018 114,077 miles

Appears to be slight noise starting at N/S/R w/bearing, when spun

Both front tyres worn low on tread and almost ON limits of wear (esp N/S/F)

Both rear tyres getting abit worn at inner tread edges

O/S/R light lens abuit broken at side (Temperary repair made)

Pass 23 Jun 2017 95,122 miles
Pass 9 Sep 2016 81,955 miles

both front tyres worn on inner edges

nearside front tyre has damage on outer sidewall

Fail 9 Sep 2016 81,955 miles

Nearside Front wheel bearing rough when rotated (2.5.A.2)

both front tyres worn on inner edges

nearside front tyre has damage on outer sidewall

Pass 2 Sep 2015 69,878 miles

Nail in nearside rear tyre

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

Pass 19 Aug 2014 57,258 miles
Fail 13 Aug 2014 57,257 miles

Nearside Front Front wheel bearing rough when rotated (2.5.A.2)

Nearside Front Side repeater not working (1.4.A.2c)

Nearside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Offside Front Side repeater insecure (1.4.A.2b)

Offside Front Suspension arm has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Offside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Pass 7 Sep 2013 53,480 miles
Fail 7 Sep 2013 53,480 miles

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Pass 31 Aug 2012 47,735 miles
Pass 3 Sep 2011 43,926 miles

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

Pass 7 Sep 2010 37,775 miles

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

anti- skid lamp illuminated

Pass 4 Sep 2009 31,569 miles
Pass 30 Aug 2008 27,609 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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OE05 FHU is a 2005 Volvo V50 in Grey with a 1,998cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 OE05 FHU, 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 OE05 FHU registered?

OE05 FHU is a 2005 Volvo V50, first registered on 7 June 2005.

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