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RA05 XXP

2005 Volvo V50

Black Diesel 1998cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires5 Feb 2024
Tests19 (16 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate84.2%

Mileage

206,609 mi
Last recorded206,609 miles
Recorded on6 Feb 2023
Typical for 2005 Volvo V5099,223 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRA05 XXP
MakeVolvo
ModelV50
Year2005
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,998cc

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MOT History

16 pass 3 fail
Pass 6 Feb 2023 206,609 miles

Front Coil spring corroded both sides (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

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

Fail 6 Feb 2023 206,609 miles

Front Coil spring corroded both sides (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

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

Pass 6 Jan 2022 196,291 miles
Fail 4 Jan 2022 196,291 miles

Brake fluid significantly below minimum mark (1.1.10 (d) (ii))

Brake performance not tested (1.2.1 (g))

Pass 20 Jan 2021 186,063 miles
Pass 27 Jan 2020 176,245 miles
Pass 28 Jan 2019 169,926 miles
Pass 31 Jan 2018 163,001 miles
Pass 23 Jan 2017 157,004 miles

Offside Rear Road wheel slightly damaged (4.2.A.1a)

Pass 28 Jan 2016 145,389 miles
Pass 26 Jan 2015 133,822 miles
Pass 25 Jan 2014 125,823 miles
Fail 23 Jan 2014 125,822 miles

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

Pass 23 Jan 2013 113,326 miles
Pass 23 Jan 2012 107,529 miles

Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Pass 18 Jan 2011 99,244 miles

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

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

Pass 21 Jan 2010 82,219 miles
Pass 26 Jan 2009 71,332 miles
Pass 23 Jun 2008 62,776 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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RA05 XXP is a 2005 Volvo V50 in Black with a 1,998cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84.2%.

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 RA05 XXP, 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 RA05 XXP registered?

RA05 XXP is a 2005 Volvo V50, first registered on 28 June 2005.

Is RA05 XXP safe to buy?

The MOT history for RA05 XXP shows 19 tests with a 84.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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