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PE05 AZN

2005 Volvo V50

Grey Diesel 1998cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 Jan 2026
Tests14 (12 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

145,944 mi
Last recorded145,944 miles
Recorded on29 Jan 2025
Typical for 2005 Volvo V5099,223 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationPE05 AZN
MakeVolvo
ModelV50
Year2005
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,998cc

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MOT History

12 pass 2 fail
Pass 29 Jan 2025 145,944 miles
Pass 12 Oct 2022 143,817 miles
Pass 21 Jun 2019 138,801 miles
Pass 16 Feb 2018 137,637 miles
Pass 31 Dec 2015 122,160 miles

under panels fitted

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

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil BOREDERLINE (2.7.3)

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

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

Rear advise condition of rear exhaust mount

advise condition of coolant exp tank

engine covers fitted

Pass 2 Apr 2014 107,745 miles
Fail 1 Apr 2014 107,745 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

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

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

Nearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Pass 5 Apr 2013 102,585 miles
Fail 4 Apr 2013 102,580 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too far to the right (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 28 Mar 2012 92,137 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)

Pass 17 Mar 2011 71,984 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 29 Mar 2010 58,117 miles
Pass 19 Mar 2009 44,990 miles
Pass 28 Mar 2008 33,580 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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PE05 AZN is a 2005 Volvo V50 in Grey with a 1,998cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

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 PE05 AZN, 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 PE05 AZN registered?

PE05 AZN is a 2005 Volvo V50, first registered on 30 March 2005.

Is PE05 AZN safe to buy?

The MOT history for PE05 AZN shows 14 tests with a 85.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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