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OV55 KKF

2005 Volvo V50

Green Diesel 1998cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires20 Dec 2021
Tests17 (12 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate70.6%

Mileage

167,332 mi
Last recorded167,332 miles
Recorded on21 Dec 2020
Typical for 2005 Volvo V5099,223 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationOV55 KKF
MakeVolvo
ModelV50
Year2005
ColourGreen
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,998cc

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MOT History

12 pass 5 fail
Pass 21 Dec 2020 167,332 miles

Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened ALL (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Pass 5 Jul 2019 166,469 miles

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Pass 18 Jul 2018 165,154 miles

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has slight wear?

Fail 13 Jul 2018 165,141 miles

Nearside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))

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

Both front tyres wearing on inner edges?

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has slight wear?

Pass 27 Jul 2017 156,977 miles

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Fail 27 Jul 2017 156,977 miles

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Nearside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)

Pass 17 Jun 2016 130,490 miles
Pass 10 Jul 2015 118,148 miles
Fail 9 Jul 2015 118,148 miles

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 17 Jul 2014 112,028 miles
Pass 31 Jul 2013 104,313 miles
Pass 19 Jul 2012 94,843 miles

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

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

inner edges of both front tyres worn

Fail 11 Aug 2011 85,746 miles

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

Rear Direction indicators incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Rear exhaust hangers in poor condition.

Pass 11 Aug 2011 85,746 miles

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

Rear exhaust hangers in poor condition.

Pass 12 Jul 2010 76,569 miles
Pass 2 Oct 2008 57,623 miles
Fail 2 Oct 2008 57,623 miles

Nearside Front 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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OV55 KKF is a 2005 Volvo V50 in Green with a 1,998cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 70.6%.

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 OV55 KKF, 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 OV55 KKF registered?

OV55 KKF is a 2005 Volvo V50, first registered on 30 September 2005.

Is OV55 KKF safe to buy?

The MOT history for OV55 KKF shows 17 tests with a 70.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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