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SW05 GZZ

2005 Volvo V50

Grey Diesel 1997cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires1 Oct 2019
Tests16 (11 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate68.8%

Mileage

111,126 mi
Last recorded111,126 miles
Recorded on2 Oct 2018
Typical for 2005 Volvo V5099,223 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSW05 GZZ
MakeVolvo
ModelV50
Year2005
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,997cc

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MOT History

11 pass 5 fail
Pass 2 Oct 2018 111,126 miles

Front Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view Out of zone A (3.2 (a) (i))

Fail 1 Oct 2018 111,080 miles

Nearside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Front Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view Out of zone A (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 8 Jun 2017 100,344 miles
Fail 5 Jun 2017 100,344 miles

Front registration plate delaminated (6.3.1d)

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Rear registration plate delaminated (6.3.1d)

Pass 9 Jun 2016 92,606 miles
Fail 8 Jun 2016 92,606 miles

Nearside Front Macpherson strut has excessive movement in the upper support bearing assembly (2.5.B.1b)

Pass 12 Jun 2015 82,761 miles
Pass 13 Jun 2014 71,406 miles

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

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

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

Pass 14 Jun 2013 60,439 miles
Pass 14 Jun 2012 50,357 miles

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Pass 8 Jun 2011 40,209 miles

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Pass 11 Jun 2010 30,506 miles
Fail 11 Jun 2010 30,506 miles

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

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

Pass 11 Jun 2009
Fail 11 Jun 2009

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

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7) DANGEROUS

Pass 9 Jun 2008 10,466 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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SW05 GZZ is a 2005 Volvo V50 in Grey with a 1,997cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 68.8%.

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 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 SW05 GZZ, 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 SW05 GZZ?

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What year was SW05 GZZ registered?

SW05 GZZ is a 2005 Volvo V50, first registered on 16 June 2005.

Is SW05 GZZ safe to buy?

The MOT history for SW05 GZZ shows 16 tests with a 68.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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