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WL05 EHC

2005 Volvo V50

Blue Diesel 1998cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires20 Feb 2021
Tests14 (13 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.9%

Mileage

98,236 mi
Last recorded98,236 miles
Recorded on13 Feb 2020
Typical for 2005 Volvo V5099,223 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationWL05 EHC
MakeVolvo
ModelV50
Year2005
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,998cc

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MOT History

13 pass 1 fail
Pass 13 Feb 2020 98,236 miles

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

Nearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured keep under observation (4.4.3 (a))

Nearside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Pass 19 Feb 2019 87,329 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear mount (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear mount (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 9 Feb 2018 76,120 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre soft adjusted pressure keep under observation

Rear seats folded at time of test unable to check seat belts correctly

Rear tailgate not opening

Fail 9 Feb 2018 76,120 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre soft adjusted pressure keep under observation

Offside Front Steering rack gaiter insecure (2.2.D.2d)

Rear seats folded at time of test unable to check seat belts correctly

Rear tailgate not opening

Pass 30 Jan 2017 63,285 miles
Pass 9 Feb 2016 54,164 miles
Pass 20 Feb 2015 44,301 miles
Pass 13 Feb 2014 32,478 miles
Pass 18 Feb 2013 22,083 miles
Pass 21 Feb 2012 21,162 miles

Nearside Front Lower Bonded suspension unit deteriorated but can function as intended (2.4.F.3)

Offside Front Lower Bonded suspension unit deteriorated but can function as intended (2.4.F.3)

cracks in nearside rear tyre, inner side wall, no cords showing

cracks in offside rear tyre, inner side wall,no cords showing

Pass 8 Mar 2011 20,248 miles
Pass 6 Apr 2010 17,924 miles
Pass 28 Apr 2009 14,364 miles
Pass 19 May 2008 10,243 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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WL05 EHC is a 2005 Volvo V50 in Blue with a 1,998cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.9%.

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 WL05 EHC, 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 WL05 EHC registered?

WL05 EHC is a 2005 Volvo V50, first registered on 19 May 2005.

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