2004 Volvo V50 1.8L Petrol · AO54 YDJ
2004 Volvo V50 (1.8L, petrol). First registered 01/12/2004. Recorded mileage 121,666 miles. MOT valid until 04/01/2027. Taxed until 01/12/2026.
- Make & Model
- VOLVO V50
- Year / Origin
- 2004 · Norwich
- Safety Recall
- Unknown
- MOT Status
- Valid until 04/01/2027
- Road Tax
- Taxed (01/12/2026)
- Recorded Mileage
- 121,666 mi
- ULEZ Compliance
- Check Required (Pre-Euro 4 Petrol)
- Fuel & Engine
- PETROL · 1.8L
- Reliability Guide
- Common Faults
- Fuel Type
- PETROL
- Year
- 2004
- Engine
- 1798cc
AO54 YDJ Key Findings
- 5 MOT tests recorded
- Latest MOT passed on 29/12/2025
- 121,666 miles recorded at latest MOT
- 3 defects noted at the latest MOT
- Recurring lighting items (6 mentions)
Derived directly from the recorded DVSA and DVLA data shown on this page.
MOT Roadworthiness: Excellent
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Known faults for Volvo V50
Our database tracks 3 specific mechanical faults and recurring failure patterns identified across UK MOT testing stations for this generation.
AO54 YDJ Mileage History
- 05/01/2022102,017 mi
- 20/12/2022106,892 mi+4,875 mi
- 14/12/2023112,299 mi+5,407 mi
- 09/12/2024118,593 mi+6,294 mi
- 29/12/2025121,666 mi+3,073 mi
Average of roughly 4,936 miles per year across 5 recorded odometer readings.
AO54 YDJ MOT History
Interpretation generated from the recorded test data above — not an official DVSA statement and not a substitute for an independent inspection.
5 MOT tests are recorded for this 2004 Volvo V50 (AO54 YDJ) between January 2022 and December 2025.
The record contains 5 passes and 0 failures.
The record shows no MOT failures, although 11 advisory notices note items to monitor.
Across all tests, the most frequently flagged areas are: Lighting (6 issues), Suspension (6 issues), Exhaust & Emissions (1 issue), Windscreen (1 issue). Repeated mentions in one area can indicate an ongoing pattern worth checking in person.
In total 11 advisory notices are recorded. Advisories flag items that passed but may need attention before the next test; they are not evidence of how well the vehicle has been serviced.
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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