2005 Volvo V50 1.8L Petrol · GY55 JWF
2005 Volvo V50 (1.8L, petrol). First registered 21 Sept 2005. Recorded mileage 107,229 miles. MOT expired on 29 Apr 2025.
- Make & Model
- VOLVO V50
- Year / Origin
- 2005 · Canterbury
- Safety Recall
- Unknown
- MOT Status
- Expired on 29 Apr 2025
- Road Tax
- —
- Recorded Mileage
- 107,229 mi
- ULEZ Compliance
- Check Required (Pre-Euro 4 Petrol)
- Fuel & Engine
- Petrol · 1.8L
- Reliability Guide
- Common Faults
GY55 JWF Key Findings
- 20 MOT tests recorded
- Latest MOT passed on 01/05/2024
- 107,229 miles recorded at latest MOT
- 4 historical MOT failures
- 3 defects noted at the latest MOT
- Recurring lighting items (11 mentions)
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.
GY55 JWF Mileage History
- 03/03/200929,247 mi
- 03/03/200929,247 mi
- 01/02/201037,067 mi+7,820 mi
- 24/01/201140,703 mi+3,636 mi
- 24/01/201245,575 mi+4,872 mi
- 24/01/201245,575 mi
- 08/02/201349,879 mi+4,304 mi
- 10/02/201453,116 mi+3,237 mi
- 11/02/201556,262 mi+3,146 mi
- 04/02/201657,831 mi+1,569 mi
- 12/12/201658,464 mi+633 mi
- 11/12/201768,116 mi+9,652 mi
- 11/12/201768,116 mi
- 10/12/201875,641 mi+7,525 mi
- 10/12/201875,641 mi
- 10/12/201985,967 mi+10,326 mi
- 05/12/202092,519 mi+6,552 mi
- 04/12/202196,797 mi+4,278 mi
- 07/12/2022101,344 mi+4,547 mi
- 01/05/2024107,229 mi+5,885 mi
Average of roughly 5,143 miles per year across 20 recorded odometer readings.
GY55 JWF MOT History
Interpretation generated from the recorded test data above — not an official DVSA statement and not a substitute for an independent inspection.
20 MOT tests are recorded for this 2005 Volvo V50 (GY55 JWF) between March 2009 and May 2024.
The record contains 16 passes and 4 failures.
The most recent test on 01 May 2024 was a pass, although the earlier record includes 4 failures that buyers may want to investigate.
Across all tests, the most frequently flagged areas are: Lighting (11 issues), Brakes (4 issues), Tyres (3 issues), Suspension (1 issue). Repeated mentions in one area can indicate an ongoing pattern worth checking in person.
In total 16 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: “Offside Rear Wheel bearing rough when rotated (5.1.3 (b) (i))”; “Offside Rear Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))”; “Nearside Front Road wheel bead rim badly distorted (4.2.A.1a)”.
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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- Tailgate wiring and latch faultsModerate
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 dieselsModerate
Urban-driven diesel V50s soot up their EGR and DPF systems, leading to hesitation, smoke and warning lights.
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