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PX55 TYA

2005 Volvo V50

Red Diesel 1998cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires30 Sep 2026
Tests19 (18 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate94.7%

Mileage

159,145 mi
Last recorded159,145 miles
Recorded on23 Sep 2025
Typical for 2005 Volvo V5099,223 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationPX55 TYA
MakeVolvo
ModelV50
Year2005
ColourRed
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,998cc

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MOT History

18 pass 1 fail
Pass 23 Sep 2025 159,145 miles

Nearside Front Wheel bearing slightly noisy (5.1.3 (b) (i))

Pass 9 Sep 2024 157,647 miles
Pass 29 Sep 2023 157,593 miles
Pass 13 Sep 2022 157,405 miles

Nearside Front Wheel bearing slightly noisy (5.1.3 (b) (i))

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 23 Sep 2021 156,383 miles

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 17 Sep 2020 154,572 miles

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 14 Sep 2019 151,706 miles

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

Offside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

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

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 17 Sep 2018 142,950 miles

Offside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 20 Sep 2017 131,553 miles
Pass 12 Sep 2016 120,763 miles
Pass 15 Sep 2015 113,965 miles
Pass 18 Sep 2014 103,410 miles

Nail in nearside rear tyre

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

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

Pass 24 Sep 2013 89,649 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 24 Sep 2012 77,734 miles
Pass 16 Sep 2011 66,738 miles
Pass 30 Sep 2010 57,664 miles

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

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

Pass 25 Sep 2009 47,807 miles
Fail 25 Sep 2009 47,895 miles

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

Pass 15 Sep 2008 35,639 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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PX55 TYA is a 2005 Volvo V50 in Red with a 1,998cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 94.7%.

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 PX55 TYA, 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 PX55 TYA registered?

PX55 TYA is a 2005 Volvo V50, first registered on 30 September 2005.

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The MOT history for PX55 TYA shows 19 tests with a 94.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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