2005 Volvo V50 2.4L Petrol · GF55 EWC
2005 Volvo V50 (2.4L, petrol). First registered 26/10/2005. Recorded mileage 127,176 miles. MOT status: Expired.
- Make & Model
- VOLVO V50
- Year / Origin
- 2005 · Maidstone
- MOT Status
- Valid until 11/12/2025
- Road Tax
- —
- Recorded Mileage
- 127,176 mi
- ULEZ Compliance
- Check Required (Pre-Euro 4 Petrol)
- Fuel & Engine
- Petrol · 2.4L
- Reliability Guide
- Common Faults
- Fuel Type
- Petrol
- Year
- 2005
- Engine
- 2435cc
GF55 EWC Key Findings
- 5 MOT tests recorded
- Latest MOT passed on 12/12/2024
- 127,176 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.
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.
GF55 EWC Mileage History
- 06/12/2022110,044 mi
- 05/12/2023118,328 mi+8,284 mi
- 06/12/2023118,335 mi+7 mi
- 11/12/2024127,175 mi+8,840 mi
- 12/12/2024127,176 mi+1 mi
Average of roughly 8,490 miles per year across 5 recorded odometer readings.
GF55 EWC 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 (GF55 EWC) between December 2022 and December 2024.
The record contains 3 passes and 2 failures.
The most recent test on 12 December 2024 was a pass, although the earlier record includes 2 failures 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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