2004 Volvo V50 2.0L Diesel · FE54 WKY
2004 Volvo V50 (2.0L, diesel). First registered 16 Sept 2004. Recorded mileage 214,029 miles. MOT expired on 10 Feb 2025.
- Make & Model
- VOLVO V50
- Year / Origin
- 2004 · Nottingham
- Safety Recall
- Unknown
- MOT Status
- Expired on 10 Feb 2025
- Road Tax
- —
- Recorded Mileage
- 214,029 mi
- ULEZ Compliance
- Non-Compliant (Pre-Euro 6 Diesel)
- Fuel & Engine
- Diesel · 2.0L
- Reliability Guide
- Common Faults
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FE54 WKY Key Findings
- 5 MOT tests recorded
- Latest MOT passed on 15/01/2024
- 214,029 miles recorded at latest MOT
- 2 historical MOT failures
- No defects recorded at the latest MOT
Derived directly from the recorded DVSA and DVLA data shown on this page.
FE54 WKY 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 2004 Volvo V50 (FE54 WKY) between February 2022 and January 2024.
The record contains 3 passes and 2 failures.
The most recent test on 15 January 2024 was a pass, although the earlier record includes 2 failures that buyers may want to investigate.
FE54 WKY Mileage History
- 11/02/2022194,701 mi
- 18/01/2023206,150 mi+11,449 mi
- 19/01/2023206,150 mi
- 15/01/2024214,029 mi+7,879 mi
- 15/01/2024214,029 mi
Average of roughly 10,044 miles per year across 5 recorded odometer readings.
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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.
MOT Roadworthiness: Below Average
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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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- Tailgate wiring and latch faultsModerate
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 dieselsModerate
Urban-driven diesel V50s soot up their EGR and DPF systems, leading to hesitation, smoke and warning lights.
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