2005 Volvo V50 2.0L Diesel · CV05 RVM
2005 Volvo V50 (2.0L, diesel). First registered 29/04/2005. Recorded mileage 143,075 miles. MOT status: Expired.
- Make & Model
- VOLVO V50
- Year / Origin
- 2005 · Swansea
- MOT Status
- Valid until 25/02/2026
- Road Tax
- —
- Recorded Mileage
- 143,075 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
CV05 RVM Key Findings
- 5 MOT tests recorded
- Latest MOT failed on 18/02/2026
- 143,075 miles recorded at latest MOT
- 3 historical MOT failures
Derived directly from the recorded DVSA and DVLA data shown on this page.
MOT Roadworthiness: Poor
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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.
CV05 RVM Mileage History
- 15/02/2024136,268 mi
- 20/02/2024136,270 mi+2 mi
- 17/02/2025140,070 mi+3,800 mi
- 26/02/2025140,073 mi+3 mi
- 18/02/2026143,075 mi+3,002 mi
Average of roughly 3,387 miles per year across 5 recorded odometer readings.
CV05 RVM 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 (CV05 RVM) between February 2024 and February 2026.
The record contains 2 passes and 3 failures.
The most recent test on 18 February 2026 was a fail; the vehicle has not passed its last recorded MOT.
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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