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YL57 EZT

2008 Volvo V50

Black Diesel 1560cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires23 Aug 2023
Tests14 (10 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

141,655 mi
Last recorded141,655 miles
Recorded on24 Aug 2022
Typical for 2008 Volvo V5094,852 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYL57 EZT
MakeVolvo
ModelV50
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,560cc

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MOT History

10 pass 4 fail
Pass 24 Aug 2022 141,655 miles
Fail 19 Aug 2022 141,522 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 9 Aug 2021 114,948 miles

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

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

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

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

Pass 22 Aug 2020 112,663 miles
Pass 9 Aug 2019 111,605 miles
Pass 10 Apr 2018 108,473 miles

Nearside Rear reflector slightly deteriorated but function not impaired (1.5.1c)

Nearside rear brake fluctuating, but not excessively (3.7.B.3)

Offside Rear reflector slightly damaged but function not impaired (1.5.1c)

Offside rear brake fluctuating, but not excessively (3.7.B.3)

Fail 10 Apr 2018 108,436 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low wont adjust and headlamp damage. (1.8)

Nearside Rear position lamp(s) has light sources not illuminating, but not more than 50% (1.1.A.3b)

Rear Rear reflector slightly damaged but function not impaired both sides. (1.5.1c)

Pass 7 Apr 2017 103,486 miles

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

Rear reflector slightly damaged but function not impaired both side (1.5.1c)

Pass 14 Apr 2016 100,575 miles
Fail 14 Apr 2016 100,575 miles

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

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

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

Fail 28 Apr 2015 96,794 miles

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Nearside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

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

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

Offside Front Tyre(s) incorrect because different size tyres are fitted on the same axle. (4.1.A.1a)

Offside Rear Tyre has a lump, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

Pass 28 Apr 2015 96,794 miles
Pass 7 Oct 2013 86,923 miles
Pass 7 Jan 2011 57,709 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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YL57 EZT is a 2008 Volvo V50 in Black with a 1,560cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.

Across all 2008 Volvo V50 models, the average MOT pass rate is 72.0% with a typical mileage of 94,852 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 YL57 EZT, 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 18 years old, this Volvo V50 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was YL57 EZT registered?

YL57 EZT is a 2008 Volvo V50, first registered on 10 January 2008.

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