2005 Volvo V50 1.8L Petrol · DG05 FAM
2005 Volvo V50 (1.8L, petrol). First registered 01/03/2005. Recorded mileage 66,930 miles. MOT status: Expired.
- Make & Model
- VOLVO V50
- Year / Origin
- 2005 · Chester
- MOT Status
- Valid until 07/07/2026
- Road Tax
- —
- Recorded Mileage
- 66,930 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
DG05 FAM Key Findings
- 5 MOT tests recorded
- Latest MOT passed on 23/06/2025
- 66,930 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.
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.
DG05 FAM Mileage History
- 08/07/202259,336 mi
- 26/06/202361,430 mi+2,094 mi
- 18/06/202464,664 mi+3,234 mi
- 23/06/202566,930 mi+2,266 mi
- 23/06/202566,930 mi
Average of roughly 2,566 miles per year across 5 recorded odometer readings.
DG05 FAM 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 (DG05 FAM) between July 2022 and June 2025.
The record contains 4 passes and 1 failure.
The most recent test on 23 June 2025 was a pass, although the earlier record includes 1 failure that buyers may want to investigate.
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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