CarVerify

Free Car Check

YG55 ZNM

2005 Volvo V50

Black Diesel 1997cc
Search another vehicle

MOT Status

Expired
Expires21 Apr 2023
Tests21 (15 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

170,050 mi
Last recorded170,050 miles
Recorded on24 Mar 2022
Typical for 2005 Volvo V5099,223 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

4 checks still locked for this Volvo
Stolen
Finance
Write-off
Keepers
Unlock full report — £4.99
Instant £30k guarantee
or single check £9.99

Not all car check providers offer a guarantee. Don't risk buying from services that can't back their data. CarVerify reports include a £30,000 finance data guarantee.

Vehicle Details

RegistrationYG55 ZNM
MakeVolvo
ModelV50
Year2005
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,997cc

All premium checks include

50+ data points
Finance Check (Experian) Insurance Write-off Salvage Auction Stolen Check Previous Owners Ex-Taxi, Police, NHS Mileage Anomaly Import / Export Scrapped Check Plate Changes

MOT History

15 pass 6 fail
Pass 24 Mar 2022 170,050 miles
Pass 7 Apr 2021 162,797 miles

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material all , need cleaning (1.1.11 (c))

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

exhaust and its mountings are starting to corrode and deteriorate

rear shock absorber covers insurcure

some steering and suspension bushes are starting to deteriorate

some surface rust on flor panels chassis rails subrames steering suspension and brake components

Fail 6 Apr 2021 162,792 miles

Offside Rear Anti-roll bar ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Parking brake inoperative on one side (1.4.1 (a))

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material all , need cleaning (1.1.11 (c))

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

exhaust and its mountings are starting to corrode and deteriorate

rear shock absorber covers insurcure

some steering and suspension bushes are starting to deteriorate

some surface rust on flor panels chassis rails subrames steering suspension and brake components

Pass 1 Apr 2020 153,446 miles

exhaust starting to corrode, surface rust

front and rear brake discs, surface rust

oil leaks

slight travel in handbrake

some steering and suspension bushes starting to crack and deteriorate

Fail 1 Apr 2020 153,443 miles

Nearside Front Road wheel fixing missing wheel nut (5.2.1 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Seat belt buckle not functioning as intended (7.1.2 (d))

Offside Front Inner Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Seat belt buckle not functioning as intended (7.1.2 (d))

Rear Exhaust system insecure bracket (6.1.2 (a))

exhaust starting to corrode, surface rust

front and rear brake discs, surface rust

nail in o/s/r tyre

oil leaks

slight travel in handbrake

some steering and suspension bushes starting to crack and deteriorate

Pass 12 Apr 2019 146,838 miles
Pass 21 Apr 2018 144,847 miles
Pass 12 Apr 2017 139,601 miles
Pass 15 Apr 2016 127,771 miles
Pass 22 Apr 2015 115,895 miles
Pass 7 Apr 2014 111,479 miles
Fail 5 Apr 2014 111,479 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)

Offside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Oil leak

Fail 15 May 2013 101,783 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Nearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

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

Nearside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Offside Front position lamp(s) excessively deteriorated so that it is not visible from a reasonable distance (1.1.A.3d)

Offside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Oil leak

Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Tow ball/hitch not fitted at time of test

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

nearside front marker light inoperative

tow bar wiring cut

Pass 15 May 2013 101,783 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Nearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Oil leak

Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Tow ball/hitch not fitted at time of test

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

nearside front marker light inoperative

tow bar wiring cut

Pass 16 May 2012 90,857 miles
Pass 17 May 2011 86,614 miles
Fail 16 May 2011 86,614 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Pass 17 May 2010 81,892 miles
Pass 18 May 2009 76,325 miles

Offside Front Suspension arm rubber mounting deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

covers fitted preventing full inspection

Pass 21 Aug 2008 62,904 miles
Fail 21 Aug 2008 62,904 miles

Offside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

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
Full Volvo V50 reliability report

Don't risk it. Know before you buy.

Not all vehicle check providers are the same. Some don't offer a data guarantee, which means if their information is wrong, you're on your own. Every CarVerify report is backed by a £30,000 finance data guarantee.

£30k guarantee Instant results Cancel anytime

YG55 ZNM is a 2005 Volvo V50 in Black with a 1,997cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 YG55 ZNM, 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

How do I check the history of YG55 ZNM?

You can check the full history of YG55 ZNM by running a full vehicle check. This shows you finance, stolen, write-off, MOT history, mileage records and more.

What year was YG55 ZNM registered?

YG55 ZNM is a 2005 Volvo V50, first registered on 30 September 2005.

Is YG55 ZNM safe to buy?

The MOT history for YG55 ZNM shows 21 tests with a 71.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does YG55 ZNM have outstanding finance?

Finance checks require a premium vehicle report. This checks against all major UK finance providers to see if there is any outstanding finance on YG55 ZNM. If you buy a car with outstanding finance, the finance company can repossess it.

No warranty or guarantee of accuracy is provided for any free data on this page. The data guarantee applies only to information obtained through the purchase of a full check.