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SP55 YPX

2005 Volvo V50

Grey Diesel 1998cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires1 Nov 2019
Tests15 (11 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate73.3%

Mileage

226,720 mi
Last recorded226,720 miles
Recorded on18 Oct 2018
Typical for 2005 Volvo V5099,223 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSP55 YPX
MakeVolvo
ModelV50
Year2005
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,998cc

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MOT History

11 pass 4 fail
Pass 18 Oct 2018 226,720 miles
Fail 18 Oct 2018 226,720 miles

Offside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))

Pass 7 Oct 2017 207,606 miles
Pass 22 Oct 2016 185,659 miles

tyres worn and deteriorated

Pass 2 Nov 2015 174,143 miles
Pass 7 Oct 2014 162,158 miles
Pass 27 Sep 2013 146,808 miles
Fail 26 Sep 2013 146,808 miles

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

Offside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Offside Rear Tyre has a lump, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

Pass 17 Sep 2012 125,249 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

exaust center box corroded

Pass 22 Sep 2011 102,686 miles

Centre Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Rear Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Fail 22 Sep 2011 102,686 miles

Centre Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Rear Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Windscreen has a sticker or other obstruction encroaching into the swept area by more than 40mm outside zone 'A' (8.3.1e)

Pass 16 Sep 2010 81,357 miles
Fail 16 Sep 2010 81,357 miles

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

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

Pass 15 Sep 2009 63,773 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Pass 2 Sep 2008 50,062 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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SP55 YPX 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 SP55 YPX, 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 SP55 YPX registered?

SP55 YPX is a 2005 Volvo V50, first registered on 28 September 2005.

Is SP55 YPX safe to buy?

The MOT history for SP55 YPX 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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