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YB05 BTZ

2005 Volvo V50

Grey Diesel 1998cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires25 Apr 2017
Tests10 (8 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

169,173 mi
Last recorded169,173 miles
Recorded on26 Apr 2016
Typical for 2005 Volvo V5099,223 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYB05 BTZ
MakeVolvo
ModelV50
Year2005
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,998cc

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MOT History

8 pass 2 fail
Pass 26 Apr 2016 169,173 miles
Fail 26 Apr 2016 169,173 miles

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

Pass 24 Apr 2015 155,728 miles
Pass 18 Feb 2014 153,779 miles
Pass 12 Nov 2012 140,133 miles
Pass 14 Oct 2011 124,655 miles

front discs showing signs wear.

outer sills covered by plastic trim [tester advise only]

Pass 28 Apr 2010 106,103 miles
Pass 30 Jun 2009 93,658 miles
Fail 30 Jun 2009 93,657 miles

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

Pass 12 Jun 2008 77,744 miles

front brake pads 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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YB05 BTZ is a 2005 Volvo V50 in Grey 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 YB05 BTZ, 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 YB05 BTZ registered?

YB05 BTZ is a 2005 Volvo V50, first registered on 28 June 2005.

Is YB05 BTZ safe to buy?

The MOT history for YB05 BTZ 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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