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WV05 UOU

2005 Volvo V50

Black Diesel 1998cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires17 Apr 2016
Tests10 (8 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

132,369 mi
Last recorded132,369 miles
Recorded on16 Apr 2015
Typical for 2005 Volvo V5099,223 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationWV05 UOU
MakeVolvo
ModelV50
Year2005
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,998cc

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MOT History

8 pass 2 fail
Pass 16 Apr 2015 132,369 miles
Pass 3 Apr 2014 119,877 miles

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

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

Pass 11 Apr 2013 108,031 miles
Pass 18 Apr 2012 95,948 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

off side front tyre wearing inner edge

Pass 8 Apr 2011 80,429 miles
Pass 29 Mar 2010 72,582 miles
Fail 9 Mar 2009 49,924 miles

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

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Pass 9 Mar 2009 49,924 miles
Pass 13 Mar 2008 30,946 miles
Fail 13 Mar 2008 30,946 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

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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WV05 UOU is a 2005 Volvo V50 in Black with a 1,998cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 WV05 UOU, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was WV05 UOU registered?

WV05 UOU is a 2005 Volvo V50, first registered on 10 March 2005.

Is WV05 UOU safe to buy?

The MOT history for WV05 UOU shows 10 tests with a 80% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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