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WV57 YDM

2007 Volvo V50

Red Petrol 1798cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires12 Apr 2027
Tests23 (17 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate73.9%

Mileage

157,255 mi
Last recorded157,255 miles
Recorded on13 Apr 2026
Typical for 2007 Volvo V5097,569 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationWV57 YDM
MakeVolvo
ModelV50
Year2007
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,798cc

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MOT History

17 pass 6 fail
Pass 13 Apr 2026 157,255 miles
Pass 28 Mar 2025 145,002 miles

Central Front Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))

Fail 27 Mar 2025 145,002 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Headlamp aim unable to be tested (4.1.2 (b))

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Side repeater not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps Both (4.7.1 (b) (ii))

Offside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage fractured (5.3.3 (b) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Central Front Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))

Nearside Rear Side repeater slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Offside Rear Side repeater slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Pass 20 May 2024 135,607 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Rear Upper position lamp not working

Fail 20 May 2024 135,607 miles

Nearside Front Steering rack gaiter missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))

Offside Front Steering rack gaiter missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

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

Offside Rear Upper position lamp not working

Pass 17 May 2023 127,664 miles

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

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

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

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

Fail 17 May 2023 127,664 miles

Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint worn to the extent there is a serious risk of detachment (2.1.3 (b) (ii)) DANGEROUS

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

Nearside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

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

Offside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

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

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

Pass 19 May 2022 122,304 miles

Front steering rac slight seep

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

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

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

Pass 19 Oct 2021 121,919 miles
Pass 21 Oct 2020 120,323 miles
Pass 21 Oct 2019 118,991 miles
Pass 2 Oct 2018 116,590 miles
Pass 17 Oct 2017 111,933 miles
Fail 17 Oct 2017 111,933 miles

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

Pass 18 Oct 2016 99,098 miles
Fail 18 Oct 2016 99,098 miles

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

Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Pass 21 Oct 2015 87,352 miles
Fail 21 Oct 2015 87,352 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 6 Oct 2014 72,069 miles
Pass 14 Oct 2013 60,390 miles
Pass 22 Oct 2012 48,119 miles
Pass 25 Oct 2011 39,238 miles
Pass 20 Oct 2010 29,593 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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WV57 YDM is a 2007 Volvo V50 in Red with a 1,798cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 73.9%.

Across all 2007 Volvo V50 models, the average MOT pass rate is 72.2% with a typical mileage of 97,569 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 WV57 YDM, 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 19 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 WV57 YDM registered?

WV57 YDM is a 2007 Volvo V50, first registered on 26 October 2007.

Is WV57 YDM safe to buy?

The MOT history for WV57 YDM shows 23 tests with a 73.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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