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VK54 DMF

2004 Volvo V50

Green Diesel 1998cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires12 Nov 2021
Tests17 (13 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate76.5%

Mileage

195,693 mi
Last recorded195,693 miles
Recorded on13 Nov 2020
Typical for 2004 Volvo V5095,576 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationVK54 DMF
MakeVolvo
ModelV50
Year2004
ColourGreen
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,998cc

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MOT History

13 pass 4 fail
Pass 13 Nov 2020 195,693 miles

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread slightly damaged (0.1 (b))

Fail 3 Nov 2020 195,693 miles

Offside Front Wheel bearing rough when rotated (5.1.3 (b) (i))

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread slightly damaged (0.1 (b))

Pass 29 Oct 2019 189,629 miles

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Pass 6 Nov 2018 183,508 miles

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 15 May 2017 158,471 miles
Pass 26 Jul 2016 148,303 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Nearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

cut in n/s/r tyre

travel on handbrake

Pass 22 Sep 2014 129,419 miles
Pass 16 Sep 2013 112,114 miles
Fail 13 Sep 2013 112,087 miles

Offside Rear Rear wheel bearing rough when rotated (2.6.1)

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

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

Pass 14 Sep 2012 97,832 miles
Pass 9 Sep 2011 85,819 miles

front tyres worn on inner edge

Fail 9 Sep 2011 85,819 miles

Offside Headlamp aim aimed so that it dazzles other road users (1.8.A.1a)

front tyres worn on inner edge

Pass 21 Sep 2010 75,179 miles
Pass 18 Sep 2009 63,685 miles
Fail 16 Sep 2009 63,638 miles

Brakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)

Pass 29 Aug 2008 52,790 miles
Pass 28 Aug 2007 43,189 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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VK54 DMF is a 2004 Volvo V50 in Green with a 1,998cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.5%.

Across all 2004 Volvo V50 models, the average MOT pass rate is 71.6% with a typical mileage of 95,576 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 VK54 DMF, 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 22 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 VK54 DMF registered?

VK54 DMF is a 2004 Volvo V50, first registered on 15 September 2004.

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