2005 Volvo V50 1.8L Petrol · KM05 DYC
2005 Volvo V50 (1.8L, petrol). First registered 12/05/2005. Recorded mileage 194,907 miles. MOT status: Expired.
- Make & Model
- VOLVO V50
- Year / Origin
- 2005 · Northampton
- MOT Status
- Valid until 31/01/2025
- Road Tax
- —
- Recorded Mileage
- 194,907 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
KM05 DYC Key Findings
- 5 MOT tests recorded
- Latest MOT failed on 13/01/2025
- 194,907 miles recorded at latest MOT
- 3 historical MOT failures
Derived directly from the recorded DVSA and DVLA data shown on this page.
MOT Roadworthiness: Poor
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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.
KM05 DYC Mileage History
- 24/01/2023174,764 mi
- 25/01/2023174,774 mi+10 mi
- 22/01/2024185,034 mi+10,260 mi
- 30/01/2024185,036 mi+2 mi
- 13/01/2025194,907 mi+9,871 mi
Average of roughly 10,223 miles per year across 5 recorded odometer readings.
KM05 DYC 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 (KM05 DYC) between January 2023 and January 2025.
The record contains 2 passes and 3 failures.
The most recent test on 13 January 2025 was a fail; the vehicle has not passed its last recorded MOT.
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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