2005 Volvo V50 2.0L Diesel · GV05 KAJ
2005 Volvo V50 (2.0L, diesel). First registered 27/05/2005. Recorded mileage 127,061 miles. MOT valid until 24/01/2027.
- Make & Model
- VOLVO V50
- Year / Origin
- 2005 · Canterbury
- MOT Status
- Valid until 24/01/2027
- Road Tax
- —
- Recorded Mileage
- 127,061 mi
- ULEZ Compliance
- Non-Compliant (Pre-Euro 6 Diesel)
- Fuel & Engine
- Diesel · 2.0L
- Reliability Guide
- Common Faults
- Fuel Type
- Diesel
- Year
- 2005
- Engine
- 1998cc
GV05 KAJ Key Findings
- 5 MOT tests recorded
- Latest MOT passed on 18/01/2026
- 127,061 miles recorded at latest MOT
- 1 historical MOT failure
- No defects recorded at the latest MOT
Derived directly from the recorded DVSA and DVLA data shown on this page.
MOT Roadworthiness: Good
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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.
GV05 KAJ Mileage History
- 19/11/202297,326 mi
- 19/11/2023104,118 mi+6,792 mi
- 25/01/2025117,564 mi+13,446 mi
- 18/01/2026127,061 mi+9,497 mi
- 18/01/2026127,061 mi
Average of roughly 9,395 miles per year across 5 recorded odometer readings.
GV05 KAJ 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 (GV05 KAJ) between November 2022 and January 2026.
The record contains 4 passes and 1 failure.
The most recent test on 18 January 2026 was a pass, although the earlier record includes 1 failure 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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