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SM55 VKF

2005 Volvo V50

Purple Diesel 1998cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires17 Nov 2017
Tests11 (9 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate81.8%

Mileage

81,773 mi
Last recorded81,773 miles
Recorded on18 Nov 2016
Typical for 2005 Volvo V5099,223 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSM55 VKF
MakeVolvo
ModelV50
Year2005
ColourPurple
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,998cc

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MOT History

9 pass 2 fail
Pass 18 Nov 2016 81,773 miles
Pass 1 Oct 2015 71,197 miles

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

Fail 30 Sep 2015 71,197 miles

Nearside Front coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a) DANGEROUS

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

Pass 23 Sep 2014 62,802 miles
Fail 22 Sep 2014 62,802 miles

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

nsf tyre heavily worn on tread shoulder

Pass 16 Sep 2013 57,594 miles

osr tyre heavily worn on inner shoulder

Pass 14 Sep 2012 50,563 miles

osr tyre worn on inner shoulder

Pass 26 Sep 2011 44,288 miles
Pass 27 Sep 2010 36,553 miles
Pass 24 Sep 2009 29,619 miles
Pass 22 Sep 2008 21,871 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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SM55 VKF is a 2005 Volvo V50 in Purple with a 1,998cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.8%.

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 SM55 VKF, 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

How do I check the history of SM55 VKF?

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What year was SM55 VKF registered?

SM55 VKF is a 2005 Volvo V50, first registered on 29 September 2005.

Is SM55 VKF safe to buy?

The MOT history for SM55 VKF shows 11 tests with a 81.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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