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SO55 WZD

2005 Volvo V50

Grey Petrol 1798cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires19 Aug 2022
Tests13 (9 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate69.2%

Mileage

210,554 mi
Last recorded210,554 miles
Recorded on20 Aug 2021
Typical for 2005 Volvo V5099,223 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSO55 WZD
MakeVolvo
ModelV50
Year2005
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,798cc

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MOT History

9 pass 4 fail
Pass 20 Aug 2021 210,554 miles
Fail 16 Aug 2021 210,532 miles

Exhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))

Exhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (a))

Exhaust carbon monoxide content at idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))

Exhaust hydrocarbon content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))

Nearside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 26 Oct 2019 203,213 miles
Pass 19 Nov 2018 195,840 miles

Headlamp light intensity slightly reduced offside

Nearside Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))

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

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 20 Nov 2017 187,469 miles

Nearside Rear Side repeater slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Offside Front Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

Fail 20 Nov 2017 187,469 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low and to left (1.8)

Offside Front Headlamp aim too low and to left (1.8)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Nearside Rear indicator off colour

Offside Front light output poor

Pass 21 Nov 2016 176,661 miles

Offside Front tyre bald on inner edge tracking required

Pass 3 Dec 2015 165,735 miles

engine cover and under tray fitted

offside rear tyre treads worn lumpy and uneven

rear part exhaust heat shield loose

Pass 19 Dec 2014 155,777 miles
Fail 18 Dec 2014 155,767 miles

Nearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Rear Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

Fail 18 Dec 2013 145,418 miles

Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Pass 18 Dec 2013 145,418 miles

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Pass 27 Dec 2012 136,210 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

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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SO55 WZD is a 2005 Volvo V50 in Grey with a 1,798cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 69.2%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 SO55 WZD, 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.

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What year was SO55 WZD registered?

SO55 WZD is a 2005 Volvo V50, first registered on 15 September 2005.

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