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R714 XWR

1997 Volvo V50

Red Petrol 1999cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires7 May 2013
Tests9 (7 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate77.8%

Mileage

103,619 mi
Last recorded103,619 miles
Recorded on8 May 2012
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR714 XWR
MakeVolvo
ModelV50
Year1997
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,999cc

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MOT History

7 pass 2 fail
Pass 8 May 2012 103,619 miles
Pass 4 May 2011 100,901 miles
Pass 6 May 2010 97,850 miles
Pass 7 Apr 2009 95,789 miles
Fail 4 Apr 2009 95,780 miles

Nearside Front constant velocity joint gaiter split (2.5.C.1a)

Offside Front constant velocity joint gaiter split (2.5.C.1a)

Pass 7 May 2008 91,691 miles

Front Brake hose slightly damaged (3.6.B.4d)

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Fail 7 May 2008 91,691 miles

Centre Rear Seat belt retracting mechanism defective (5.2.5b)

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

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

Front Brake hose slightly damaged (3.6.B.4d)

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 30 Apr 2007 89,408 miles

Rear Brake lining(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 24 Apr 2006 84,389 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

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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R714 XWR is a 1997 Volvo V50 in Red with a 1,999cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.8%.

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 R714 XWR, 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 29 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 R714 XWR registered?

R714 XWR is a 1997 Volvo V50, first registered on 17 September 1997.

Is R714 XWR safe to buy?

The MOT history for R714 XWR shows 9 tests with a 77.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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