2005 Volvo V50 2.4L Petrol · FH54 BBO
2005 Volvo V50 (2.4L, petrol). First registered 05/01/2005. Recorded mileage 103,026 miles. MOT status: Expired.
- Make & Model
- VOLVO V50
- Year / Origin
- 2005 · Nottingham
- MOT Status
- Valid until 04/08/2026
- Road Tax
- —
- Recorded Mileage
- 103,026 mi
- ULEZ Compliance
- Non-Compliant (Pre-Euro 4 Petrol)
- Fuel & Engine
- Petrol · 2.4L
- Reliability Guide
- Common Faults
- Fuel Type
- Petrol
- Year
- 2005
- Engine
- 2435cc
AI-generated interpretation of this vehicle’s MOT record — not an official statement and not a substitute for an independent inspection.
FH54 BBO Key Findings
- 5 MOT tests recorded
- Latest MOT passed on 05/08/2025
- 103,026 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.
FH54 BBO Mileage History
- 26/09/202291,828 mi
- 30/09/202291,831 mi+3 mi
- 06/07/202392,889 mi+1,058 mi
- 15/07/202498,786 mi+5,897 mi
- 05/08/2025103,026 mi+4,240 mi
Average of roughly 3,918 miles per year across 5 recorded odometer readings.
FH54 BBO 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 (FH54 BBO) between September 2022 and August 2025.
The record contains 4 passes and 1 failure.
The most recent test on 05 August 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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