2005 VOLVO V501.8L Petrol
Vehicle Insight Summary
This 2005 VOLVO V50 is a Petrol vehicle with a 1798cc engine. Currently it has a valid MOT and is not currently taxed. The latest recorded mileage is 58,912.
- Fuel
- Petrol
- Year
- 2005
- Engine
- 1798cc
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Public record health check: Average.
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Technical Specifications
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Full MOT History
Checking the history for this 2005 Volvo V50 (33 PAM), we found 5 MOT results in the period of September 2023 to September 2025.
Across its entire MOT history, this Volvo has a 60% success rate (3 passes and 2 fails). This is an average MOT record. Some attention to recurring issues may be beneficial.
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Common Problems: VOLVO V50
Known issues reported by owners and MOT testers.
- Tailgate wiring and latch faults(Moderate)
The V50’s tailgate loom and latch wiring can fail through repeated opening, causing rear wiper, demister and boot-release problems.
- EGR and DPF clogging on diesels(Moderate)
Urban-driven diesel V50s soot up their EGR and DPF systems, leading to hesitation, smoke and warning lights.
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