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SJ05 HWZ

2005 Volvo V50

Grey Diesel 1998cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires27 Feb 2027
Tests18 (18 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

185,900 mi
Last recorded185,900 miles
Recorded on19 Feb 2026
Typical for 2005 Volvo V5099,223 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSJ05 HWZ
MakeVolvo
ModelV50
Year2005
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,998cc

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MOT History

18 pass
Pass 19 Feb 2026 185,900 miles

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

Pass 20 Feb 2025 177,748 miles

Nearside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 16 Feb 2024 170,551 miles
Pass 28 Feb 2023 163,775 miles
Pass 8 Oct 2021 153,516 miles
Pass 16 Oct 2020 149,802 miles
Pass 4 Oct 2019 143,383 miles
Pass 19 Sep 2018 137,238 miles
Pass 4 Oct 2017 128,635 miles
Pass 3 Oct 2016 119,378 miles
Pass 16 Sep 2015 108,967 miles
Pass 7 Oct 2014 99,775 miles
Pass 4 Oct 2013 90,565 miles
Pass 9 Oct 2012 82,864 miles
Pass 11 Oct 2011 74,858 miles
Pass 1 Sep 2010 58,271 miles

Offside Ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

Pass 1 Sep 2009 46,489 miles
Pass 24 Jun 2008 32,028 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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SJ05 HWZ is a 2005 Volvo V50 in Grey with a 1,998cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 SJ05 HWZ, 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 SJ05 HWZ registered?

SJ05 HWZ is a 2005 Volvo V50, first registered on 22 July 2005.

Is SJ05 HWZ safe to buy?

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