2005 Volvo V50 2.0L Diesel · FG55 FMM
2005 Volvo V50 (2.0L, diesel). First registered 23/11/2005. Recorded mileage 182,278 miles. MOT valid until 18/12/2026.
- Make & Model
- VOLVO V50
- Year / Origin
- 2005 · Nottingham
- MOT Status
- Valid until 18/12/2026
- Road Tax
- —
- Recorded Mileage
- 182,278 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
FG55 FMM Key Findings
- 5 MOT tests recorded
- Latest MOT passed on 19/12/2025
- 182,278 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: 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.
FG55 FMM Mileage History
- 12/10/2022157,927 mi
- 13/09/2023169,664 mi+11,737 mi
- 12/11/2024181,150 mi+11,486 mi
- 18/12/2025182,275 mi+1,125 mi
- 19/12/2025182,278 mi+3 mi
Average of roughly 7,641 miles per year across 5 recorded odometer readings.
FG55 FMM 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 (FG55 FMM) between October 2022 and December 2025.
The record contains 4 passes and 1 failure.
The most recent test on 19 December 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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