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RV54 VFZ

2004 Volvo V50

Grey Diesel 1998cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 Feb 2018
Tests13 (11 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate84.6%

Mileage

151,561 mi
Last recorded151,561 miles
Recorded on20 Feb 2017
Typical for 2004 Volvo V5095,576 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRV54 VFZ
MakeVolvo
ModelV50
Year2004
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,998cc

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MOT History

11 pass 2 fail
Pass 20 Feb 2017 151,561 miles

engine cover fitted

low emissions emitter no print out available

o/s/f fog light broken

Pass 26 Feb 2016 143,666 miles

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

engine cover fitted

oil leak

Pass 10 Feb 2015 130,573 miles
Fail 10 Feb 2015 130,573 miles

Nearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 1 Mar 2014 107,257 miles
Pass 18 Oct 2013 106,702 miles
Pass 16 Oct 2012 102,909 miles

Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Items removed from driver's view prior to test

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 20 Oct 2011 98,849 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

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

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

nsf tyre wearing on inner edge

Pass 19 Oct 2010 92,677 miles
Pass 17 Oct 2009 86,943 miles
Fail 17 Oct 2009 86,943 miles

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

Nearside Rear Direction indicators incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

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

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

Pass 15 Oct 2008 73,660 miles
Pass 15 Oct 2007 55,336 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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RV54 VFZ is a 2004 Volvo V50 in Grey with a 1,998cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84.6%.

Across all 2004 Volvo V50 models, the average MOT pass rate is 71.6% with a typical mileage of 95,576 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 RV54 VFZ, 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 22 years old, this Volvo V50 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was RV54 VFZ registered?

RV54 VFZ is a 2004 Volvo V50, first registered on 30 September 2004.

Is RV54 VFZ safe to buy?

The MOT history for RV54 VFZ shows 13 tests with a 84.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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