2005 Volvo V50 2.4L Petrol · AD05 YCU
2005 Volvo V50 (2.4L, petrol). First registered 05/03/2005. Recorded mileage 85,294 miles. MOT valid until 06/05/2027.
- Make & Model
- VOLVO V50
- Year / Origin
- 2005 · Peterborough
- MOT Status
- Valid until 06/05/2027
- Road Tax
- —
- Recorded Mileage
- 85,294 mi
- ULEZ Compliance
- Check Required (Pre-Euro 4 Petrol)
- Fuel & Engine
- Petrol · 2.4L
- Reliability Guide
- Common Faults
- Fuel Type
- Petrol
- Year
- 2005
- Engine
- 2435cc
AD05 YCU Key Findings
- 5 MOT tests recorded
- Latest MOT passed on 09/04/2026
- 85,294 miles recorded at latest MOT
- 2 historical MOT failures
- No defects recorded at the latest MOT
Derived directly from the recorded DVSA and DVLA data shown on this page.
MOT Roadworthiness: 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.
AD05 YCU Mileage History
- 07/05/202482,532 mi
- 29/04/202583,732 mi+1,200 mi
- 30/04/202583,736 mi+4 mi
- 09/04/202685,293 mi+1,557 mi
- 09/04/202685,294 mi+1 mi
Average of roughly 1,437 miles per year across 5 recorded odometer readings.
AD05 YCU 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 2005 Volvo V50 (AD05 YCU) between May 2024 and April 2026.
The record contains 3 passes and 2 failures.
The most recent test on 09 April 2026 was a pass, although the earlier record includes 2 failures that buyers may want to investigate.
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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