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YP05 VAV

2005 Volvo V50

Grey Petrol 1998cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires12 Nov 2010
Tests3 (3 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

101,393 mi
Last recorded101,393 miles
Recorded on9 Nov 2009
Typical for 2005 Volvo V5099,223 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYP05 VAV
MakeVolvo
ModelV50
Year2005
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,998cc

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MOT History

3 pass
Pass 9 Nov 2009 101,393 miles
Pass 13 Nov 2008 87,878 miles
Pass 28 Apr 2008 78,169 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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YP05 VAV is a 2005 Volvo V50 in Grey with a 1,998cc petrol 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 YP05 VAV, 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 YP05 VAV registered?

YP05 VAV is a 2005 Volvo V50, first registered on 6 May 2005.

Is YP05 VAV safe to buy?

The MOT history for YP05 VAV 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.

Does YP05 VAV have outstanding finance?

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