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WU55 VNV

2005 Volvo V50

Grey Diesel 1998cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires30 Apr 2027
Tests25 (18 pass, 7 fail)
Pass rate72%

Mileage

123,546 mi
Last recorded123,546 miles
Recorded on1 May 2026
Typical for 2005 Volvo V5099,223 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationWU55 VNV
MakeVolvo
ModelV50
Year2005
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,998cc

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MOT History

18 pass 7 fail
Pass 1 May 2026 123,546 miles

Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Front Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Rear Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Rear Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))

Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Fail 10 Apr 2026 123,527 miles

Nearside Rear Suspension arm corroded and seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Nearside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Suspension arm corroded and seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively Both front (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Front Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

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

Rear Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))

Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 1 Feb 2024 119,676 miles

Nearside Rear Exhaust mounting defective Tailpipe mount broken away (6.1.2 (a))

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

Rear Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened Both arms (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Fail 31 Jan 2024 119,676 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure Inner sidewall has three bulges 215/45/18 (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Rear Exhaust mounting defective Tailpipe mount broken away (6.1.2 (a))

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

Rear Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened Both arms (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 6 Feb 2023 117,928 miles

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

Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened Both arms (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Fail 3 Feb 2023 117,926 miles

Front Brake disc significantly and obviously worn Both discs (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Rear Brake disc significantly and obviously worn Both discs (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Rear Service brake excessively fluctuating (1.2.1 (e))

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Front Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))

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

Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened Both arms (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 21 Jan 2022 111,549 miles

Nearside Rear Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))

Not all testable items could be inspected due to the underbody trays and or engine covers fitted

Offside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened brake disc in very poor condition, badly corroded (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Offside Rear Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively may cause vibration when braking (1.2.1 (e))

Fail 21 Jan 2022 111,549 miles

Nearside Rear Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))

Not all testable items could be inspected due to the underbody trays and or engine covers fitted

Offside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect PRS. Bulb refitted correctly (4.1.2 (c))

Offside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened brake disc in very poor condition, badly corroded (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Offside Rear Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively may cause vibration when braking (1.2.1 (e))

Pass 26 Jan 2021 105,217 miles

Nearside Rear Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))

Not all testable items could be inspected due to the underbody trays and or engine covers fitted

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

Offside Rear Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))

Fail 26 Jan 2021 105,217 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn rear mounting bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))

Nearside Rear Tyre obviously under inflated (5.2.3 (l))

Not all testable items could be inspected due to the underbody trays and or engine covers fitted

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

Offside Rear Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))

Pass 16 Jan 2020 99,182 miles

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

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

Pass 31 Jan 2019 91,241 miles
Fail 28 Jan 2019 91,240 miles

Offside Front Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Rear Position lamp light intensity obviously reduced (4.2.3 (a) (i))

Pass 30 Jan 2018 83,413 miles
Fail 30 Jan 2018 83,413 miles

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid o/s and n/s (8.2.3)

Pass 1 Feb 2017 74,931 miles
Pass 7 Sep 2016 73,350 miles

Offside Front Nail in tyre ()

Pass 7 Sep 2015 66,404 miles
Pass 11 Sep 2014 59,068 miles

Nail in rear tyre

Slight noise offside rear wheel bearing

Pass 12 Sep 2013 52,084 miles

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Pass 31 Oct 2012 46,087 miles

Offside Inner Front Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)

Offside Inner Rear Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)

Pass 26 Oct 2011 40,580 miles
Pass 20 Oct 2010 35,268 miles
Pass 30 Oct 2009 29,570 miles
Pass 29 Sep 2008 24,147 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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WU55 VNV is a 2005 Volvo V50 in Grey with a 1,998cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 25 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 72%.

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 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 WU55 VNV, 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 WU55 VNV registered?

WU55 VNV is a 2005 Volvo V50, first registered on 30 September 2005.

Is WU55 VNV safe to buy?

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