2005 Volvo V50 1.8L Petrol · HW05 CVR
2005 Volvo V50 (1.8L, petrol). First registered 29/04/2005. Recorded mileage 112,058 miles. MOT status: Expired.
- Make & Model
- VOLVO V50
- Year / Origin
- 2005 · Portsmouth
- MOT Status
- Valid until 12/03/2026
- Road Tax
- —
- Recorded Mileage
- 112,058 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
HW05 CVR Key Findings
- 5 MOT tests recorded
- Latest MOT passed on 13/03/2025
- 112,058 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.
HW05 CVR Mileage History
- 19/04/2023106,531 mi
- 26/04/2023106,700 mi+169 mi
- 16/04/2024109,069 mi+2,369 mi
- 13/03/2025112,058 mi+2,989 mi
- 13/03/2025112,058 mi
Average of roughly 2,910 miles per year across 5 recorded odometer readings.
HW05 CVR 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 (HW05 CVR) between April 2023 and March 2025.
The record contains 3 passes and 2 failures.
The most recent test on 13 March 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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