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WF54 GAO

2004 Volvo V50

Grey Diesel 1998cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires9 Mar 2015
Tests12 (8 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

211,217 mi
Last recorded211,217 miles
Recorded on10 Mar 2014
Typical for 2004 Volvo V5095,576 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationWF54 GAO
MakeVolvo
ModelV50
Year2004
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,998cc

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MOT History

8 pass 4 fail
Pass 10 Mar 2014 211,217 miles

All exhaust system hangers very rusty.

Front brake application slightly uneven. (N/S 25% LOWER)

Loose heat sheild over rear exhaust causing rattle.

Fail 7 Mar 2014 211,217 miles

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

Fuel cap/sealing device sealing washer deteriorated (7.2.4c)

Nearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Nearside Rear Mechanical brake component has restricted free movement (3.5.1k)

Offside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Rear Mechanical brake component has restricted free movement (3.5.1k)

Rear Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

rear brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)

All exhaust system hangers very rusty.

Front brake application slightly uneven. (N/S 25% LOWER)

Loose heat sheild over rear exhaust causing rattle.

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

Temporary fuel cap fitted.

Pass 7 Mar 2013 200,443 miles

ALL EXHAUST MOUNTINGS CORRODED

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

REAR EXHAUST HEAT SHELD INSECURE

Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

Fail 4 Mar 2013 200,441 miles

Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Nearside Rear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

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

ALL EXHAUST MOUNTINGS CORRODED

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

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

REAR EXHAUST HEAT SHELD INSECURE

Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

Pass 27 Feb 2012 185,917 miles

Oil leak

Fail 28 Feb 2011 175,752 miles

Nearside Rear Direction indicators incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Offside Rear Direction indicators incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Pass 28 Feb 2011 175,752 miles
Pass 20 Aug 2010 169,588 miles
Fail 20 Aug 2010 169,588 miles

Offside Rear Direction indicators incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Pass 14 Aug 2009 152,197 miles
Pass 29 Aug 2008 133,526 miles
Pass 3 Sep 2007 115,563 miles

Nearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Offside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

nearside rear tyre wearing low

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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WF54 GAO is a 2004 Volvo V50 in Grey with a 1,998cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 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 WF54 GAO, 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.

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What year was WF54 GAO registered?

WF54 GAO is a 2004 Volvo V50, first registered on 21 October 2004.

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