2005 Volvo V50 2.0L Diesel · GF55 BJO
2005 Volvo V50 (2.0L, diesel). First registered 24 Nov 2005. Recorded mileage 183,530 miles. MOT expired on 16 May 2023.
- Make & Model
- VOLVO V50
- Year / Origin
- 2005 · Maidstone
- Safety Recall
- Unknown
- MOT Status
- Expired on 16 May 2023
- Road Tax
- —
- Recorded Mileage
- 183,530 mi
- ULEZ Compliance
- Non-Compliant (Pre-Euro 6 Diesel)
- Fuel & Engine
- Diesel · 2.0L
- Reliability Guide
- Common Faults
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GF55 BJO Key Findings
- 3 MOT tests recorded
- Latest MOT failed on 12/05/2023
- 183,530 miles recorded at latest MOT
- 2 historical MOT failures
Derived directly from the recorded DVSA and DVLA data shown on this page.
GF55 BJO MOT History
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3 MOT tests are recorded for this 2005 Volvo V50 (GF55 BJO) between May 2022 and May 2023.
The record contains 1 pass and 2 failures.
The most recent test on 12 May 2023 was a fail; the vehicle has not passed its last recorded MOT.
GF55 BJO Mileage History
- 17/05/2022181,809 mi
- 17/05/2022181,811 mi+2 mi
- 12/05/2023183,530 mi+1,719 mi
Average of roughly 1,745 miles per year across 3 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: Poor
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Common Problems: VOLVO V50
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- 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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