2005 Volvo V50 2.5L Petrol · GU05 KKA
2005 Volvo V50 (2.5L, petrol). First registered 01 Apr 2005. Recorded mileage 150,564 miles. MOT expired on 26 Jan 2021. Currently declared SORN.
- Make & Model
- VOLVO V50
- Year / Origin
- 2005 · Canterbury
- Safety Recall
- Unknown
- MOT Status
- Expired on 26 Jan 2021
- Road Tax
- SORN
- Recorded Mileage
- 150,564 mi
- ULEZ Compliance
- Check Required (Pre-Euro 4 Petrol)
- Fuel & Engine
- PETROL · 2.5L
- Reliability Guide
- Common Faults
GU05 KKA Key Findings
- 19 MOT tests recorded
- Latest MOT passed on 27/01/2020
- 150,564 miles recorded at latest MOT
- 7 historical MOT failures
- 2 defects noted at the latest MOT
- Recurring lighting items (19 mentions)
Derived directly from the recorded DVSA and DVLA data shown on this page.
MOT Roadworthiness: Below Average
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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.
GU05 KKA Mileage History
- 16/04/200848,005 mi
- 15/04/200953,260 mi+5,255 mi
- 29/04/201060,178 mi+6,918 mi
- 29/04/201060,178 mi
- 06/08/201171,829 mi+11,651 mi
- 14/07/201277,646 mi+5,817 mi
- 03/08/201384,253 mi+6,607 mi
- 31/07/201498,179 mi+13,926 mi
- 07/08/2015109,126 mi+10,947 mi
- 07/08/2015109,126 mi
- 06/09/2016122,437 mi+13,311 mi
- 12/09/2016122,437 mi
- 31/07/2017131,158 mi+8,721 mi
- 12/08/2017131,387 mi+229 mi
- 01/10/2018138,404 mi+7,017 mi
- 30/10/2018138,843 mi+439 mi
- 08/11/2018138,931 mi+88 mi
- 10/01/2020150,550 mi+11,619 mi
- 27/01/2020150,564 mi+14 mi
Average of roughly 8,705 miles per year across 19 recorded odometer readings.
GU05 KKA MOT History
Interpretation generated from the recorded test data above — not an official DVSA statement and not a substitute for an independent inspection.
19 MOT tests are recorded for this 2005 Volvo V50 (GU05 KKA) between April 2008 and January 2020.
The record contains 12 passes and 7 failures.
The most recent test on 27 January 2020 was a pass, although the earlier record includes 7 failures that buyers may want to investigate.
Across all tests, the most frequently flagged areas are: Lighting (19 issues), Tyres (12 issues), Brakes (10 issues), Suspension (8 issues). Repeated mentions in one area can indicate an ongoing pattern worth checking in person.
In total 31 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.
Recorded failure items include: “Offside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))”; “Nearside Front Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))”; “Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))”.
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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- Tailgate wiring and latch faultsModerate
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 dieselsModerate
Urban-driven diesel V50s soot up their EGR and DPF systems, leading to hesitation, smoke and warning lights.
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