2005 Volvo V50 2.4L Petrol · AV05 XEM
2005 Volvo V50 (2.4L, petrol). First registered 12/05/2005. Recorded mileage 178,592 miles. MOT status: Expired.
- Make & Model
- VOLVO V50
- Year / Origin
- 2005 · Ipswich
- MOT Status
- Valid until 05/01/2026
- Road Tax
- —
- Recorded Mileage
- 178,592 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
AV05 XEM Key Findings
- 5 MOT tests recorded
- Latest MOT passed on 02/01/2025
- 178,592 miles recorded at latest MOT
- 1 historical MOT failure
- No defects recorded at the latest MOT
Derived directly from the recorded DVSA and DVLA data shown on this page.
MOT Roadworthiness: Below Average
This rating reflects historical MOT pass rates and recurring advisory wear patterns from official DVSA test logs. Note that roadworthiness does not verify outstanding finance, insurance write-offs, or stolen records.
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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.
AV05 XEM Mileage History
- 04/01/2022153,964 mi
- 05/01/2023163,442 mi+9,478 mi
- 06/01/2024171,770 mi+8,328 mi
- 06/01/2024171,770 mi
- 02/01/2025178,592 mi+6,822 mi
Average of roughly 8,223 miles per year across 5 recorded odometer readings.
AV05 XEM 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 (AV05 XEM) between January 2022 and January 2025.
The record contains 4 passes and 1 failure.
The most recent test on 02 January 2025 was a pass, although the earlier record includes 1 failure 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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