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SY05 YDJ

2005 Volvo V50

Grey Diesel 1998cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires18 Aug 2021
Tests9 (8 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

132,424 mi
Last recorded132,424 miles
Recorded on19 Aug 2019
Typical for 2005 Volvo V5099,223 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSY05 YDJ
MakeVolvo
ModelV50
Year2005
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,998cc

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MOT History

8 pass 1 fail
Pass 19 Aug 2019 132,424 miles
Pass 24 Jul 2018 124,868 miles
Pass 15 Apr 2013 80,482 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Headlamp aim pattern at lower limits and adjuster inoperative.

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Fail 8 Apr 2013 80,319 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 11 Apr 2012 69,991 miles
Pass 18 Apr 2011 57,585 miles
Pass 8 Apr 2010 49,267 miles

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

Pass 10 Apr 2009 43,047 miles
Pass 11 Apr 2008 35,060 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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SY05 YDJ is a 2005 Volvo V50 in Grey with a 1,998cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.9%.

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 SY05 YDJ, 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 SY05 YDJ registered?

SY05 YDJ is a 2005 Volvo V50, first registered on 29 April 2005.

Is SY05 YDJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for SY05 YDJ shows 9 tests with a 88.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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