2005 Volvo V50 1.8L Petrol · HJ55 SGV
2005 Volvo V50 (1.8L, petrol). First registered 06/09/2005. Recorded mileage 115,017 miles. MOT status: Expired.
- Make & Model
- VOLVO V50
- Year / Origin
- 2005 · Bournemouth
- Safety Recall
- Unknown
- MOT Status
- Valid until 01/09/2026
- Road Tax
- —
- Recorded Mileage
- 115,017 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
HJ55 SGV Key Findings
- 5 MOT tests recorded
- Latest MOT passed on 29/08/2025
- 115,017 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.
HJ55 SGV Mileage History
- 21/08/202395,253 mi
- 28/08/2024105,649 mi+10,396 mi
- 02/09/2024105,671 mi+22 mi
- 26/08/2025114,912 mi+9,241 mi
- 29/08/2025115,017 mi+105 mi
Average of roughly 9,769 miles per year across 5 recorded odometer readings.
HJ55 SGV 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 (HJ55 SGV) between August 2023 and August 2025.
The record contains 3 passes and 2 failures.
The most recent test on 29 August 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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