2005 Volvo V50 2.4L Petrol · LB55 EXK
2005 Volvo V50 (2.4L, petrol). First registered 22/12/2005. Recorded mileage 166,985 miles. MOT status: Expired.
- Make & Model
- VOLVO V50
- Year / Origin
- 2005 · Stanmore (North London)
- MOT Status
- Valid until 04/07/2026
- Road Tax
- —
- Recorded Mileage
- 166,985 mi
- ULEZ Compliance
- Check Required (Pre-Euro 4 Petrol)
- Fuel & Engine
- Petrol · 2.4L
- Reliability Guide
- Common Faults
- Fuel Type
- Petrol
- Year
- 2005
- Engine
- 2435cc
LB55 EXK Key Findings
- 5 MOT tests recorded
- Latest MOT passed on 05/07/2025
- 166,985 miles recorded at latest MOT
- 1 historical MOT failure
- 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.
LB55 EXK Mileage History
- 04/05/2022140,705 mi
- 11/05/2023151,384 mi+10,679 mi
- 08/05/2024160,399 mi+9,015 mi
- 14/04/2025166,970 mi+6,571 mi
- 05/07/2025166,985 mi+15 mi
Average of roughly 8,290 miles per year across 5 recorded odometer readings.
LB55 EXK 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 (LB55 EXK) between May 2022 and July 2025.
The record contains 4 passes and 1 failure.
The most recent test on 05 July 2025 was a pass, although the earlier record includes 1 failure 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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