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YP57 VRJ

2007 Volvo V50

Blue Diesel 1998cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires2 Mar 2024
Tests18 (14 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate77.8%

Mileage

136,537 mi
Last recorded136,537 miles
Recorded on3 Mar 2023
Typical for 2007 Volvo V5097,569 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYP57 VRJ
MakeVolvo
ModelV50
Year2007
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,998cc

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MOT History

14 pass 4 fail
Pass 3 Mar 2023 136,537 miles

Battery insecure but not likely to fall from carrier (4.13 (a) (i))

Fail 1 Mar 2023 136,537 miles

Rear Lower Engine mounting damaged or deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (6.1.8 (a) (i))

Offside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Battery insecure but not likely to fall from carrier (4.13 (a) (i))

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

Pass 14 Feb 2022 130,399 miles

Central Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge axle 1 (5.2.3 (e))

Nearside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Pass 29 Dec 2020 125,104 miles
Pass 21 Feb 2020 122,736 miles

Nearside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

exhaust corroded

number plate lamps different colours

Pass 23 Oct 2019 119,027 miles

exhaust corroded

Fail 18 Oct 2019 118,835 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

exhaust corroded

exhaust heat shield loose

Pass 19 Oct 2018 109,299 miles

Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both inner edges starting to wear (5.2.3 (e))

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

Fail 18 Oct 2018 109,274 miles

Nearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))

Nearside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed inner edge (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

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

Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both inner edges starting to wear (5.2.3 (e))

Nearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

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

Pass 6 Oct 2017 98,953 miles
Pass 11 Oct 2016 87,398 miles
Pass 5 Oct 2015 79,039 miles
Pass 3 Oct 2014 68,460 miles

O/S/R and N/S/R tyres cracking on inner sidewall

Fail 2 Oct 2014 68,459 miles

Offside Front coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a) DANGEROUS

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

O/S/R and N/S/R tyres cracking on inner sidewall

Offside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

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

Pass 12 Oct 2013 59,780 miles
Pass 30 Oct 2012 53,232 miles

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 29 Oct 2011 42,704 miles
Pass 12 Nov 2010 31,637 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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YP57 VRJ is a 2007 Volvo V50 in Blue with a 1,998cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.8%.

Across all 2007 Volvo V50 models, the average MOT pass rate is 72.2% with a typical mileage of 97,569 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 YP57 VRJ, 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 19 years old, this Volvo V50 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was YP57 VRJ registered?

YP57 VRJ is a 2007 Volvo V50, first registered on 16 November 2007.

Is YP57 VRJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for YP57 VRJ shows 18 tests with a 77.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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