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YD05 MYB

2005 Volvo V50

Grey Diesel 1998cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires17 Dec 2020
Tests14 (12 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

195,089 mi
Last recorded195,089 miles
Recorded on18 Dec 2019
Typical for 2005 Volvo V5099,223 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYD05 MYB
MakeVolvo
ModelV50
Year2005
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,998cc

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MOT History

12 pass 2 fail
Pass 18 Dec 2019 195,089 miles

plastic turbo pipe cracked

Pass 26 Jul 2018 181,832 miles
Fail 26 Jul 2018 181,832 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 29 Jun 2017 171,342 miles

Offside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Pass 4 May 2016 166,000 miles
Pass 14 May 2015 153,564 miles
Fail 19 May 2014 142,411 miles

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

Pass 19 May 2014 142,411 miles
Pass 20 May 2013 131,751 miles
Pass 15 May 2012 120,658 miles

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

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

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

Pass 6 May 2011 109,150 miles
Pass 26 Apr 2010 97,932 miles
Pass 7 Apr 2009 85,734 miles
Pass 28 Apr 2008 72,407 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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YD05 MYB is a 2005 Volvo V50 in Grey with a 1,998cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

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 YD05 MYB, 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 YD05 MYB registered?

YD05 MYB is a 2005 Volvo V50, first registered on 30 March 2005.

Is YD05 MYB safe to buy?

The MOT history for YD05 MYB shows 14 tests with a 85.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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