2005 Volvo V50 2.0L Diesel · CT55 JLU
2005 Volvo V50 (2.0L, diesel). First registered 01/12/2005. Recorded mileage 109,949 miles. MOT valid until 12/11/2026. Taxed until 01/01/2027.
- Make & Model
- VOLVO V50
- Year / Origin
- 2005 · Swansea
- MOT Status
- Valid until 12/11/2026
- Road Tax
- Taxed (01/01/2027)
- Recorded Mileage
- 109,949 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
AI-generated interpretation of this vehicle’s MOT record — not an official statement and not a substitute for an independent inspection.
CT55 JLU Key Findings
- 5 MOT tests recorded
- Latest MOT passed on 13/11/2025
- 109,949 miles recorded at latest MOT
- 1 historical MOT failure
- 3 defects noted at the latest MOT
- Recurring lighting items (4 mentions)
Derived directly from the recorded DVSA and DVLA data shown on this page.
MOT Roadworthiness: Good
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.
CT55 JLU Mileage History
- 18/10/2022108,909 mi
- 25/10/2023109,194 mi+285 mi
- 06/11/2024109,500 mi+306 mi
- 12/11/2025109,948 mi+448 mi
- 13/11/2025109,949 mi+1 mi
Average of roughly 339 miles per year across 5 recorded odometer readings.
CT55 JLU 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 (CT55 JLU) between October 2022 and November 2025.
The record contains 4 passes and 1 failure.
The most recent test on 13 November 2025 was a pass, although the earlier record includes 1 failure that buyers may want to investigate.
Across all tests, the most frequently flagged areas are: Lighting (4 issues), Exhaust & Emissions (3 issues), Tyres (2 issues). Repeated mentions in one area can indicate an ongoing pattern worth checking in person.
In total 8 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 Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed Visible through cracking on inner & outer edge (5.2.3 (d) (ii))”; “Offside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour white (4.4.3 (a))”; “Nearside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour white (4.4.3 (a))”.
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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