2005 Volvo V50 2.0L Diesel · CA05 WAU
2005 Volvo V50 (2.0L, diesel). First registered 29/07/2005. Recorded mileage 190,198 miles. MOT valid until 19/10/2026.
- Make & Model
- VOLVO V50
- Year / Origin
- 2005 · Cardiff
- Safety Recall
- Unknown
- MOT Status
- Valid until 19/10/2026
- Road Tax
- —
- Recorded Mileage
- 190,198 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
CA05 WAU Key Findings
- 5 MOT tests recorded
- Latest MOT passed on 21/10/2025
- 190,198 miles recorded at latest MOT
- 2 historical MOT failures
- 4 defects noted at the latest MOT
- Recurring lighting items (10 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.
CA05 WAU Mileage History
- 19/10/2023164,074 mi
- 15/10/2024182,568 mi+18,494 mi
- 15/10/2024182,570 mi+2 mi
- 08/10/2025190,153 mi+7,583 mi
- 21/10/2025190,198 mi+45 mi
Average of roughly 13,016 miles per year across 5 recorded odometer readings.
CA05 WAU 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 (CA05 WAU) between October 2023 and October 2025.
The record contains 3 passes and 2 failures.
The most recent test on 21 October 2025 was a pass, although the earlier record includes 2 failures that buyers may want to investigate.
Across all tests, the most frequently flagged areas are: Lighting (10 issues), Suspension (8 issues), Tyres (4 issues), Brakes (2 issues), Exhaust & Emissions (1 issue). Repeated mentions in one area can indicate an ongoing pattern worth checking in person.
In total 15 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 Suspension component attachment bracket/mounting fractured shock top mount (5.3.3 (b) (ii))”; “Offside Rear Suspension arm fractured (5.3.3 (b) (ii))”; “Offside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (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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