2005 Volvo V50 1.8L Petrol · BW05 BXU
2005 Volvo V50 (1.8L, petrol). First registered 22 Aug 2005. Recorded mileage 102,827 miles. MOT expired on 31 May 2026.
- Make & Model
- VOLVO V50
- Year / Origin
- 2005 · Birmingham
- Safety Recall
- Unknown
- MOT Status
- Expired on 31 May 2026
- Road Tax
- —
- Recorded Mileage
- 102,827 mi
- ULEZ Compliance
- Check Required (Pre-Euro 4 Petrol)
- Fuel & Engine
- Petrol · 1.8L
- Reliability Guide
- Common Faults
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BW05 BXU Key Findings
- 5 MOT tests recorded
- Latest MOT passed on 22/05/2025
- 102,827 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.
BW05 BXU 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 (BW05 BXU) between March 2022 and May 2025.
The record contains 4 passes and 1 failure.
The most recent test on 22 May 2025 was a pass, although the earlier record includes 1 failure that buyers may want to investigate.
BW05 BXU Mileage History
- 07/03/202274,716 mi
- 01/06/202384,246 mi+9,530 mi
- 13/05/202493,822 mi+9,576 mi
- 23/05/202494,253 mi+431 mi
- 22/05/2025102,827 mi+8,574 mi
Average of roughly 8,762 miles per year across 5 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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