2004 Volvo V50 1.8L Petrol · AV54 UPN
2004 Volvo V50 (1.8L, petrol). First registered 14/10/2004. Recorded mileage 169,095 miles. MOT status: Expired.
- Make & Model
- VOLVO V50
- Year / Origin
- 2004 · Ipswich
- MOT Status
- Valid until 29/08/2025
- Road Tax
- —
- Recorded Mileage
- 169,095 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
AV54 UPN Key Findings
- 5 MOT tests recorded
- Latest MOT passed on 23/08/2024
- 169,095 miles recorded at latest MOT
- 1 historical MOT failure
- 2 defects noted at the latest MOT
- Recurring lighting items (7 mentions)
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.
AV54 UPN Mileage History
- 01/10/2021132,649 mi
- 12/10/2022146,322 mi+13,673 mi
- 14/10/2022146,349 mi+27 mi
- 31/08/2023153,135 mi+6,786 mi
- 23/08/2024169,095 mi+15,960 mi
Average of roughly 12,596 miles per year across 5 recorded odometer readings.
AV54 UPN 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 (AV54 UPN) between October 2021 and August 2024.
The record contains 4 passes and 1 failure.
The most recent test on 23 August 2024 was a pass, although the earlier record includes 1 failure that buyers may want to investigate.
Across all tests, the most frequently flagged areas are: Lighting (7 issues), Suspension (6 issues), Exhaust & Emissions (2 issues), Steering (2 issues), Brakes (2 issues). Repeated mentions in one area can indicate an ongoing pattern worth checking in person.
In total 16 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 Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour bulb faded (4.4.3 (a))”; “Nearside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour bulb faded (4.4.3 (a))”; “Offside Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (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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