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PK05 UWJ

2005 Volvo V50

Blue Petrol 1798cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires1 Oct 2021
Tests16 (14 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

111,851 mi
Last recorded111,851 miles
Recorded on24 Sep 2020
Typical for 2005 Volvo V5099,223 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationPK05 UWJ
MakeVolvo
ModelV50
Year2005
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,798cc

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MOT History

14 pass 2 fail
Pass 24 Sep 2020 111,851 miles
Pass 18 Sep 2019 109,922 miles
Pass 13 Sep 2018 102,297 miles
Fail 13 Sep 2018 102,290 miles

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

Rear Exhaust system insecure (6.1.2 (a))

Pass 2 Oct 2017 98,985 miles
Pass 9 Mar 2017 96,850 miles
Fail 9 Mar 2017 96,850 miles

Front Exhaust system not adequately supported Flexible front pipe lower mounting rotted off (7.1.1)

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

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

Pass 14 Mar 2016 93,708 miles
Pass 10 Mar 2015 87,813 miles
Pass 13 Mar 2014 80,935 miles
Pass 11 Mar 2013 74,841 miles
Pass 8 Mar 2012 68,277 miles
Pass 24 Mar 2011 62,269 miles
Pass 19 Mar 2010 53,354 miles
Pass 12 Mar 2009 45,068 miles
Pass 19 Mar 2008 39,448 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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PK05 UWJ is a 2005 Volvo V50 in Blue with a 1,798cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

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 PK05 UWJ, 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 PK05 UWJ registered?

PK05 UWJ is a 2005 Volvo V50, first registered on 31 March 2005.

Is PK05 UWJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for PK05 UWJ shows 16 tests with a 87.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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