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PX55 HCL

2005 Volvo V50

Grey Diesel 1998cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires14 Feb 2020
Tests14 (9 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate64.3%

Mileage

162,152 mi
Last recorded162,152 miles
Recorded on15 Feb 2019
Typical for 2005 Volvo V5099,223 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationPX55 HCL
MakeVolvo
ModelV50
Year2005
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,998cc

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MOT History

9 pass 5 fail
Pass 15 Feb 2019 162,152 miles

Exhaust system corroded

Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Rear Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Pass 30 Jan 2018 157,262 miles

Central Exhaust corroded

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

Front Vehicle structure has slight corrosion suspension (6.1.A.1)

Oil leak ()

Rear Suspension arm synthetic bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Rear Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.A.1)

Rear Vehicle structure has slight corrosion suspension (6.1.A.1)

Fail 29 Jan 2018

Nearside Rear Shock absorber insecure (2.7.2b)

Headlamp not working on dipped beam both (1.7.5a)

Oil leak ()

Central Exhaust corroded

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

Front Vehicle structure has slight corrosion suspension (6.1.A.1)

Rear Suspension arm synthetic bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Rear Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.A.1)

Rear Vehicle structure has slight corrosion suspension (6.1.A.1)

Pass 2 Feb 2016 143,349 miles

oil leak

Fail 1 Feb 2016 143,349 miles

Nearside Front coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)

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

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

Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure both (4.1.D.1b)

Supplementary Restraint System warning lamp indicates a fault (5.4.2)

oil leak

Pass 29 Nov 2014 38,837 miles

nearside airbag light switched off

temp repair to rear exhaust

Pass 14 Dec 2013 133,186 miles

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

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

exhaust corroded

some smoking from engine when cold

Pass 7 Dec 2012 125,889 miles

brake & suspension components corroded

o/s/f coil spring rubbing oninner wheel arch recommend attention

rear brake discs corroded

rear silencer in poor condition

Fail 4 Dec 2012 125,882 miles

Nearside Front brake caliper securing device missing (3.5.1j)

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

Offside Rear Shock absorber has an excessively worn bush (2.7.4)

brake and suspension components corroded

o/s/f coil spring rubbing on inner wheel arch recommend attention

rear brake discs corroded

rear silencer in poor condition

Fail 18 Feb 2011 118,933 miles

Wheel nut(s) missing (4.2.A.1e)

Pass 18 Feb 2011 118,933 miles
Pass 17 Dec 2009 94,838 miles
Fail 17 Dec 2009 94,838 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

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

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

Pass 25 Nov 2008 68,629 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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PX55 HCL 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 64.3%.

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 PX55 HCL, 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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PX55 HCL is a 2005 Volvo V50, first registered on 17 November 2005.

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