2005 Volvo V50 1.8L Petrol · GY54 VBV
2005 Volvo V50 (1.8L, petrol). First registered 24/01/2005. Recorded mileage 143,968 miles. MOT valid until 15/01/2027.
- Make & Model
- VOLVO V50
- Year / Origin
- 2005 · Canterbury
- MOT Status
- Valid until 15/01/2027
- Road Tax
- —
- Recorded Mileage
- 143,968 mi
- ULEZ Compliance
- Check Required (Pre-Euro 4 Petrol)
- Fuel & Engine
- Petrol · 1.8L
- Reliability Guide
- Common Faults
- Fuel Type
- Petrol
- Year
- 2005
- Engine
- 1798cc
GY54 VBV Key Findings
- 5 MOT tests recorded
- Latest MOT passed on 16/01/2026
- 143,968 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: Average
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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.
GY54 VBV Mileage History
- 09/01/2024138,459 mi
- 06/01/2025141,188 mi+2,729 mi
- 13/01/2025141,238 mi+50 mi
- 16/01/2026143,968 mi+2,730 mi
- 16/01/2026143,968 mi
Average of roughly 2,727 miles per year across 5 recorded odometer readings.
GY54 VBV 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 (GY54 VBV) between January 2024 and January 2026.
The record contains 3 passes and 2 failures.
The most recent test on 16 January 2026 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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