2004 Volvo V50 2.4L Petrol · GV04 GYP
2004 Volvo V50 (2.4L, petrol). First registered 15/05/2004. Recorded mileage 116,268 miles. MOT status: Expired.
- Make & Model
- VOLVO V50
- Year / Origin
- 2004 · Canterbury
- MOT Status
- Valid until 06/07/2026
- Road Tax
- —
- Recorded Mileage
- 116,268 mi
- ULEZ Compliance
- Check Required (Pre-Euro 4 Petrol)
- Fuel & Engine
- Petrol · 2.4L
- Reliability Guide
- Common Faults
- Fuel Type
- Petrol
- Year
- 2004
- Engine
- 2435cc
GV04 GYP Key Findings
- 5 MOT tests recorded
- Latest MOT passed on 07/07/2025
- 116,268 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.
GV04 GYP Mileage History
- 04/05/2023105,477 mi
- 11/05/2023105,703 mi+226 mi
- 08/05/2024110,341 mi+4,638 mi
- 01/07/2025116,249 mi+5,908 mi
- 07/07/2025116,268 mi+19 mi
Average of roughly 4,956 miles per year across 5 recorded odometer readings.
GV04 GYP 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 2004 Volvo V50 (GV04 GYP) between May 2023 and July 2025.
The record contains 3 passes and 2 failures.
The most recent test on 07 July 2025 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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