2005 Volvo V50 2.4L Petrol · GV55 HFR
2005 Volvo V50 (2.4L, petrol). First registered 07/11/2005. Recorded mileage 118,976 miles. MOT valid until 24/08/2027.
- Make & Model
- VOLVO V50
- Year / Origin
- 2005 · Canterbury
- MOT Status
- Valid until 24/08/2027
- Road Tax
- —
- Recorded Mileage
- 118,976 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
GV55 HFR Key Findings
- 5 MOT tests recorded
- Latest MOT passed on 13/08/2026
- 118,976 miles recorded at latest MOT
- 1 historical MOT failure
- 3 defects noted at the latest MOT
- Recurring brakes items (4 mentions)
Derived directly from the recorded DVSA and DVLA data shown on this page.
MOT Roadworthiness: Good
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.
GV55 HFR Mileage History
- 14/10/2023107,090 mi
- 19/10/2024109,506 mi+2,416 mi
- 25/08/2025111,799 mi+2,293 mi
- 26/08/2025111,799 mi
- 13/08/2026118,976 mi+7,177 mi
Average of roughly 4,198 miles per year across 5 recorded odometer readings.
GV55 HFR 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 (GV55 HFR) between October 2023 and August 2026.
The record contains 4 passes and 1 failure.
The most recent test on 13 August 2026 was a pass, although the earlier record includes 1 failure that buyers may want to investigate.
Across all tests, the most frequently flagged areas are: Brakes (4 issues), Suspension (3 issues). Repeated mentions in one area can indicate an ongoing pattern worth checking in person.
In total 9 advisory notices are recorded. Advisories flag items that passed but may need attention before the next test; they are not evidence of how well the vehicle has been serviced.
Recorded failure items include: “Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))”; “Offside Front Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))”.
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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