2005 Volvo V50 2.0L Diesel · BD05 THV
2005 Volvo V50 (2.0L, diesel). First registered 01/05/2005. Recorded mileage 168,170 miles. MOT status: Expired. Currently declared SORN.
- Make & Model
- VOLVO V50
- Year / Origin
- 2005 · Birmingham
- MOT Status
- Valid until 28/03/2024
- Road Tax
- SORN
- Recorded Mileage
- 168,170 mi
- ULEZ Compliance
- Non-Compliant (Pre-Euro 6 Diesel)
- Fuel & Engine
- DIESEL · 2.0L
- Reliability Guide
- Common Faults
- Fuel Type
- DIESEL
- Year
- 2005
- Engine
- 1998cc
BD05 THV Key Findings
- 3 MOT tests recorded
- Latest MOT failed on 04/04/2024
- 168,170 miles recorded at latest MOT
- 1 historical MOT failure
- 17 defects noted at the latest MOT
- Recurring suspension items (9 mentions)
Derived directly from the recorded DVSA and DVLA data shown on this page.
MOT Roadworthiness: Poor
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.
BD05 THV Mileage History
- 18/03/2022163,865 mi
- 29/03/2023165,736 mi+1,871 mi
- 04/04/2024168,170 mi+2,434 mi
Average of roughly 2,102 miles per year across 3 recorded odometer readings.
BD05 THV 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 THV) between March 2022 and April 2024.
The record contains 2 passes and 1 failure.
The most recent test on 04 April 2024 was a fail; the vehicle has not passed its last recorded MOT.
Across all tests, the most frequently flagged areas are: Suspension (9 issues), Brakes (7 issues), Tyres (7 issues), Lighting (2 issues). Repeated mentions in one area can indicate an ongoing pattern worth checking in person.
In total 23 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: “Nearside Front Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii))”; “Nearside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))”; “Nearside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (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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