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PJ55 HNW

2005 Volvo V50

Grey Diesel 1998cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires13 Dec 2020
Tests13 (11 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate84.6%

Mileage

162,664 mi
Last recorded162,664 miles
Recorded on14 Jun 2019
Typical for 2005 Volvo V5099,223 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationPJ55 HNW
MakeVolvo
ModelV50
Year2005
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,998cc

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MOT History

11 pass 2 fail
Pass 14 Jun 2019 162,664 miles
Pass 17 Jul 2018 157,800 miles
Pass 1 Sep 2017 155,660 miles
Pass 15 Aug 2016 149,822 miles
Pass 3 Sep 2015 143,906 miles
Pass 25 Jun 2014 136,294 miles
Pass 6 Jul 2013 130,662 miles
Pass 8 Aug 2012 122,146 miles
Pass 26 Jul 2011 111,741 miles
Pass 13 Aug 2010 100,020 miles

both rear brake discs slightly worn

offside front tyre cracking and wearing on outer edge

Fail 11 Aug 2010 100,020 miles

Nearside Front Tyre(s) incorrect because different size tyres are fitted on the same axle. (4.1.A.1a)

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

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

Offside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Offside Rear wheel bearing rough when rotated (2.6.1)

both rear brake discs slightly worn

offside front tyre cracking and wearing on outer edge

Fail 2 Dec 2008 62,152 miles

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

Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

Pass 2 Dec 2008 62,152 miles

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (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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PJ55 HNW is a 2005 Volvo V50 in Grey with a 1,998cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84.6%.

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 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 PJ55 HNW, 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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PJ55 HNW is a 2005 Volvo V50, first registered on 13 December 2005.

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