2005 Volvo V50 1.8L Petrol · CX05 VFR
2005 Volvo V50 (1.8L, petrol). First registered 12/04/2005. Recorded mileage 129,097 miles. MOT status: Expired.
- Make & Model
- VOLVO V50
- Year / Origin
- 2005 · Bangor
- Safety Recall
- Unknown
- MOT Status
- Valid until 12/04/2026
- Road Tax
- —
- Recorded Mileage
- 129,097 mi
- ULEZ Compliance
- Check Required (Pre-Euro 4 Petrol)
- Fuel & Engine
- Petrol · 1.8L
- Reliability Guide
- Common Faults
- Fuel Type
- Petrol
- Year
- 2005
- Engine
- 1798cc
CX05 VFR Key Findings
- 5 MOT tests recorded
- Latest MOT failed on 02/04/2026
- 129,097 miles recorded at latest MOT
- 2 historical MOT failures
Derived directly from the recorded DVSA and DVLA data shown on this page.
MOT Roadworthiness: Below Average
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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.
CX05 VFR Mileage History
- 12/04/2023118,443 mi
- 19/03/2024121,480 mi+3,037 mi
- 02/04/2025125,391 mi+3,911 mi
- 03/04/2025125,391 mi
- 02/04/2026129,097 mi+3,706 mi
Average of roughly 3,583 miles per year across 5 recorded odometer readings.
CX05 VFR 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 (CX05 VFR) between April 2023 and April 2026.
The record contains 3 passes and 2 failures.
The most recent test on 02 April 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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