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AJ05 VRT

2005 Volvo V50

Silver Diesel 1998cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires9 Mar 2022
Tests20 (15 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

171,413 mi
Last recorded171,413 miles
Recorded on10 Mar 2021
Typical for 2005 Volvo V5099,223 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAJ05 VRT
MakeVolvo
ModelV50
Year2005
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,998cc

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MOT History

15 pass 5 fail
Pass 10 Mar 2021 171,413 miles
Pass 26 Feb 2020 166,672 miles
Pass 1 Apr 2019 165,502 miles

Advise n/s/r park brake weak

Pass 14 Apr 2018 164,278 miles
Pass 14 Apr 2018 164,278 miles
Pass 13 Apr 2017 163,038 miles
Pass 8 Apr 2016 160,123 miles

Advise o/s/r number plate lamp dim

Fail 8 Apr 2016 160,123 miles

Advise o/s/r number plate lamp dim

Nearside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Pass 16 Apr 2015 157,420 miles

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

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

Fail 14 Apr 2015 157,420 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Nearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

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

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

Pass 15 May 2014 146,987 miles

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

Pass 17 May 2013 131,862 miles
Pass 25 May 2012 117,171 miles
Fail 25 May 2012 117,171 miles

Offside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Rear brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Pass 27 May 2011 101,492 miles
Pass 27 May 2010 85,268 miles
Fail 27 May 2010 85,268 miles

Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Nearside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Pass 27 May 2009 65,777 miles
Fail 27 May 2009 65,777 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

Pass 14 May 2008 48,696 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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AJ05 VRT is a 2005 Volvo V50 in Silver with a 1,998cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 AJ05 VRT, 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 AJ05 VRT registered?

AJ05 VRT is a 2005 Volvo V50, first registered on 31 May 2005.

Is AJ05 VRT safe to buy?

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