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OV05 SXY

2005 Volvo V50

Silver Diesel 1998cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires20 Aug 2018
Tests16 (11 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate68.8%

Mileage

134,498 mi
Last recorded134,498 miles
Recorded on21 Aug 2017
Typical for 2005 Volvo V5099,223 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationOV05 SXY
MakeVolvo
ModelV50
Year2005
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,998cc

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MOT History

11 pass 5 fail
Pass 21 Aug 2017 134,498 miles

boot full

n/s/f tyre worn on inner edge

o/s/f tyre worn on inner edge

o/s/r tyre worn on inner edge

under trays fitted

Pass 18 Aug 2016 130,234 miles
Fail 18 Aug 2016 130,234 miles

Offside Rear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Fail 14 Aug 2015 122,597 miles

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

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

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

Pass 14 Aug 2015 122,597 miles

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

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

Fail 21 Aug 2014 112,413 miles

Offside Side repeater not working (1.4.A.2c)

Pass 21 Aug 2014 112,413 miles
Fail 8 Aug 2013 103,006 miles

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

Offside Outer Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 8 Aug 2013 103,006 miles

Offside Outer Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 3 Aug 2012 91,880 miles
Pass 18 Jul 2011 81,053 miles
Pass 14 Jul 2010 69,485 miles

Nearside Front Seat belt stitching slightly frayed (5.2.2b)

Pass 8 Jul 2009 60,390 miles
Pass 14 Apr 2009 58,950 miles

Nearside Front Seat belt stitching slightly frayed (5.2.2b)

Pass 28 Apr 2008 47,054 miles
Fail 28 Apr 2008 47,049 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

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

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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OV05 SXY is a 2005 Volvo V50 in Silver with a 1,998cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 68.8%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 OV05 SXY, 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

How do I check the history of OV05 SXY?

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What year was OV05 SXY registered?

OV05 SXY is a 2005 Volvo V50, first registered on 29 April 2005.

Is OV05 SXY safe to buy?

The MOT history for OV05 SXY shows 16 tests with a 68.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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