2004 Volvo V50 2.0L Petrol · GF04 PXH
2004 Volvo V50 (2.0L, petrol). First registered 29 Mar 2004. Recorded mileage 164,181 miles. MOT expired on 27 Jun 2024.
- Make & Model
- VOLVO V50
- Year / Origin
- 2004 · Maidstone
- Safety Recall
- Unknown
- MOT Status
- Expired on 27 Jun 2024
- Road Tax
- —
- Recorded Mileage
- 164,181 mi
- ULEZ Compliance
- Check Required (Pre-Euro 4 Petrol)
- Fuel & Engine
- Petrol · 2.0L
- Reliability Guide
- Common Faults
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GF04 PXH Key Findings
- 22 MOT tests recorded
- Latest MOT passed on 29/06/2023
- 164,181 miles recorded at latest MOT
- 7 historical MOT failures
- No defects recorded at the latest MOT
- Recurring lighting items (16 mentions)
Derived directly from the recorded DVSA and DVLA data shown on this page.
GF04 PXH MOT History
Interpretation generated from the recorded test data above — not an official DVSA statement and not a substitute for an independent inspection.
22 MOT tests are recorded for this 2004 Volvo V50 (GF04 PXH) between March 2007 and June 2023.
The record contains 15 passes and 7 failures.
The most recent test on 29 June 2023 was a pass, although the earlier record includes 7 failures that buyers may want to investigate.
Across all tests, the most frequently flagged areas are: Lighting (16 issues), Tyres (12 issues), Brakes (8 issues), Steering (4 issues), Suspension (3 issues). Repeated mentions in one area can indicate an ongoing pattern worth checking in person.
In total 17 advisory notices are recorded. Advisories flag items that passed but may need attention before the next test; they are not evidence of how well the vehicle has been serviced.
Recorded failure items include: “Offside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (”; “Nearside Front Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt ”; “Offside Front Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (”.
GF04 PXH Mileage History
- 26/03/200766,997 mi
- 20/03/200888,716 mi+21,719 mi
- 25/03/200888,719 mi+3 mi
- 24/02/2009100,973 mi+12,254 mi
- 24/02/2009100,973 mi
- 22/02/2010105,050 mi+4,077 mi
- 03/03/2011108,741 mi+3,691 mi
- 03/03/2011108,741 mi
- 26/03/2012118,180 mi+9,439 mi
- 23/07/2014127,575 mi+9,395 mi
- 07/09/2015127,939 mi+364 mi
- 07/09/2016134,852 mi+6,913 mi
- 30/08/2017140,451 mi+5,599 mi
- 19/09/2017140,469 mi+18 mi
- 21/09/2017140,469 mi
- 28/11/2018143,893 mi+3,424 mi
- 08/01/2020145,308 mi+1,415 mi
- 22/03/2021146,087 mi+779 mi
- 05/05/2022154,286 mi+8,199 mi
- 27/05/2022154,700 mi+414 mi
- 27/06/2023164,174 mi+9,474 mi
- 29/06/2023164,181 mi+7 mi
Average of roughly 5,977 miles per year across 22 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
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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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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