2005 Volvo V50 2.4L Diesel · GL05 LSY
2005 Volvo V50 (2.4L, diesel). First registered 23/06/2005. Recorded mileage 160,422 miles. MOT status: Expired.
- Make & Model
- VOLVO V50
- Year / Origin
- 2005 · Maidstone
- MOT Status
- Valid until 23/11/2024
- Road Tax
- —
- Recorded Mileage
- 160,422 mi
- ULEZ Compliance
- Non-Compliant (Pre-Euro 6 Diesel)
- Fuel & Engine
- Diesel · 2.4L
- Reliability Guide
- Common Faults
- Fuel Type
- Diesel
- Year
- 2005
- Engine
- 2400cc
AI-generated interpretation of this vehicle’s MOT record — not an official statement and not a substitute for an independent inspection.
GL05 LSY Key Findings
- 5 MOT tests recorded
- Latest MOT passed on 30/10/2023
- 160,422 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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GL05 LSY Mileage History
- 10/11/2021152,480 mi
- 11/11/2021152,480 mi
- 25/10/2022155,555 mi+3,075 mi
- 27/10/2023160,419 mi+4,864 mi
- 30/10/2023160,422 mi+3 mi
Average of roughly 4,034 miles per year across 5 recorded odometer readings.
GL05 LSY 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 (GL05 LSY) between November 2021 and October 2023.
The record contains 3 passes and 2 failures.
The most recent test on 30 October 2023 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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