The road tax status for BF54 CGV is recorded as available on IsItAGoodCar.

When is the MOT due for BF54 CGV?

The MOT for BF54 CGV is valid and due for renewal on or before 31 October 2023.

What is the recorded mileage of BF54 CGV?

The recorded mileage for BF54 CGV is 191,202 miles, recorded at its most recent DVSA MOT test.

Is BF54 CGV ULEZ compliant?

No, BF54 CGV does not meet standard ULEZ emissions requirements and would incur a daily charge when driven within the London Ultra Low Emission Zone.

Official DVLA Record

2005 Volvo V50 1.8L Petrol · BF54 CGV

BF54 CGV

2005 Volvo V50 (1.8L, petrol). First registered 28/02/2005. Recorded mileage 191,202 miles. MOT status: Expired.

Make & Model: VOLVO V50
Year / Origin: 2005 · Birmingham
Safety Recall: Unknown
MOT Status: Valid until 31/10/2023
Road Tax: —
Recorded Mileage: 191,202 mi
ULEZ Compliance: Check Required (Pre-Euro 4 Petrol)
Fuel & Engine: Petrol · 1.8L
Reliability Guide: Common Faults

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Mileage: 191,202 mi
Fuel Type: Petrol
Year: 2005
Engine: 1798cc

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BF54 CGV Key Findings

19 MOT tests recorded
Latest MOT passed on 14/10/2022
191,202 miles recorded at latest MOT
5 historical MOT failures
1 defect noted at the latest MOT
Recurring brakes items (11 mentions)

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MOT Roadworthiness Analysis

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MOT Roadworthiness: Average

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Reliability & Known Issues

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.

2005 Common Problems

BF54 CGV Mileage History

29/02/200844,564 mi
21/02/200955,063 mi+10,499 mi
21/02/200955,063 mi
09/02/201065,168 mi+10,105 mi
21/12/201289,785 mi+24,617 mi
21/12/201289,785 mi
17/12/2013102,630 mi+12,845 mi
10/12/2014116,370 mi+13,740 mi
25/11/2015131,096 mi+14,726 mi
12/12/2016147,161 mi+16,065 mi
12/10/2017160,352 mi+13,191 mi
17/10/2017160,367 mi+15 mi
18/10/2018168,602 mi+8,235 mi
18/10/2018168,602 mi
01/11/2019174,991 mi+6,389 mi
23/10/2020185,535 mi+10,544 mi
23/10/2020185,535 mi
28/10/2021191,038 mi+5,503 mi
14/10/2022191,202 mi+164 mi

Average of roughly 10,028 miles per year across 19 recorded odometer readings.

BF54 CGV MOT History

Vehicle record last updated: 6 Oct 2026, 17:01

MOT Analysis

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19 MOT tests are recorded for this 2005 Volvo V50 (BF54 CGV) between February 2008 and October 2022.

The record contains 14 passes and 5 failures.

The most recent test on 14 October 2022 was a pass, although the earlier record includes 5 failures that buyers may want to investigate.

Across all tests, the most frequently flagged areas are: Brakes (11 issues), Lighting (7 issues), Tyres (5 issues), Suspension (5 issues), Exhaust & Emissions (3 issues). Repeated mentions in one area can indicate an ongoing pattern worth checking in person.

In total 30 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: “Exhaust emissions hydrocarbon content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)”; “Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)”; “Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content at idle excessive (7.3.D.4)”.

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