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YB05 WVL

2005 Volvo V50

Grey Diesel 1998cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires16 Aug 2016
Tests3 (3 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

294,211 mi
Last recorded294,211 miles
Recorded on17 Aug 2015
Typical for 2005 Volvo V5099,223 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

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

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MOT History

3 pass
Pass 17 Aug 2015 294,211 miles
Pass 2 Jun 2014 284,579 miles

Nearside Front Lower coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

Oil leak

n/s/r tyre wearing on inside edge

Pass 27 Jun 2008 48,496 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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YB05 WVL is a 2005 Volvo V50 in Grey with a 1,998cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 3 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 WVL, 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 YB05 WVL registered?

YB05 WVL is a 2005 Volvo V50, first registered on 30 June 2005.

Is YB05 WVL safe to buy?

The MOT history for YB05 WVL shows 3 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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