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VK55 VUB

2005 Volvo V50

Blue Petrol 1798cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires14 Jun 2021
Tests15 (13 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate86.7%

Mileage

131,249 mi
Last recorded131,249 miles
Recorded on15 Jun 2020
Typical for 2005 Volvo V5099,223 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationVK55 VUB
MakeVolvo
ModelV50
Year2005
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,798cc

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MOT History

13 pass 2 fail
Pass 15 Jun 2020 131,249 miles

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

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

Pass 7 May 2019 125,224 miles

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

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

Pass 8 May 2018 116,047 miles
Fail 15 Mar 2018 115,610 miles

Exhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)

Exhaust emissions hydrocarbon content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)

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

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit inner edge (4.1.E.1)

Offside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

e m light on

Pass 21 Feb 2017 106,248 miles

Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Pass 19 Feb 2016 97,384 miles
Pass 13 Mar 2015 90,763 miles
Pass 19 Mar 2014 80,014 miles
Pass 25 Jul 2013 75,577 miles
Pass 7 Aug 2012 63,747 miles
Pass 3 Aug 2011 53,984 miles

Topped up engine oil 3 litres for smoke test.

Pass 13 Aug 2010 45,473 miles
Fail 13 Aug 2010 45,473 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Pass 23 Jul 2009 30,090 miles
Pass 23 Jul 2008 13,282 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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VK55 VUB is a 2005 Volvo V50 in Blue with a 1,798cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 86.7%.

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 VK55 VUB, 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 VK55 VUB registered?

VK55 VUB is a 2005 Volvo V50, first registered on 28 September 2005.

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