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RF05 TLO

2005 Volvo V50

Grey Diesel 1998cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires27 May 2019
Tests15 (11 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate73.3%

Mileage

137,670 mi
Last recorded137,670 miles
Recorded on2 May 2018
Typical for 2005 Volvo V5099,223 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRF05 TLO
MakeVolvo
ModelV50
Year2005
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,998cc

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MOT History

11 pass 4 fail
Pass 2 May 2018 137,670 miles

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

Pass 16 May 2017 122,923 miles

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)

nearside rear tyre has split on sidewall.

Pass 25 May 2016 11,215 miles

slight noise from offside rear wheel bearing.

Fail 25 May 2016 11,215 miles

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

slight noise from offside rear wheel bearing.

Pass 20 May 2015 101,580 miles

Nail in nearside rear tyre

both front tyres wearing on inner edges,rear exhaust box corroded.

Pass 21 May 2014 93,784 miles

rear exhaust box corroded,nearside front tyre sidewall damaged.

Pass 17 May 2013 84,402 miles

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

nearside rear tyre wearing on inner edge.

Pass 23 May 2012 75,275 miles
Pass 23 May 2011 65,727 miles
Fail 18 May 2011 65,727 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

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

Offside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

Pass 13 May 2010 56,386 miles
Pass 19 May 2009 46,918 miles

CHILD SEATS OFFSIDE REAR + NEARSIDE REAR UNABLE TO DO FULL BELT CHECK

Fail 15 May 2009 46,816 miles

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

CHILD SEATS OFFSIDE REAR + NEARSIDE REAR UNABLE TO DO FULL BELT CHECK

Pass 28 May 2008 37,896 miles

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)

Fail 28 May 2008 37,871 miles

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

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)

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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RF05 TLO is a 2005 Volvo V50 in Grey with a 1,998cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 73.3%.

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 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 RF05 TLO, 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 RF05 TLO registered?

RF05 TLO is a 2005 Volvo V50, first registered on 29 April 2005.

Is RF05 TLO safe to buy?

The MOT history for RF05 TLO shows 15 tests with a 73.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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