2005 Volvo V50 1.8L Petrol · BD05 GXU
2005 Volvo V50 (1.8L, petrol). First registered 13 Jun 2005. Recorded mileage 120,341 miles. MOT expired on 07 Sept 2023.
- Make & Model
- VOLVO V50
- Year / Origin
- 2005 · Birmingham
- Safety Recall
- Unknown
- MOT Status
- Expired on 07 Sept 2023
- Road Tax
- —
- Recorded Mileage
- 120,341 mi
- ULEZ Compliance
- Check Required (Pre-Euro 4 Petrol)
- Fuel & Engine
- Petrol · 1.8L
- Reliability Guide
- Common Faults
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BD05 GXU Key Findings
- 3 MOT tests recorded
- Latest MOT passed on 08/09/2022
- 120,341 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.
BD05 GXU MOT History
Interpretation generated from the recorded test data above — not an official DVSA statement and not a substitute for an independent inspection.
3 MOT tests are recorded for this 2005 Volvo V50 (BD05 GXU) between October 2021 and September 2022.
The record contains 2 passes and 1 failure.
The most recent test on 08 September 2022 was a pass, although the earlier record includes 1 failure that buyers may want to investigate.
BD05 GXU Mileage History
- 29/10/2021116,945 mi
- 01/11/2021116,946 mi+1 mi
- 08/09/2022120,341 mi+3,395 mi
Average of roughly 3,952 miles per year across 3 recorded odometer readings.
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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.
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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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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