2005 Volvo V50 2.4L Petrol · LB55 VLA
2005 Volvo V50 (2.4L, petrol). First registered 01/12/2005. Recorded mileage 78,910 miles. MOT valid until 27/01/2027. Taxed until 01/02/2027.
- Make & Model
- VOLVO V50
- Year / Origin
- 2005 · Stanmore (North London)
- MOT Status
- Valid until 27/01/2027
- Road Tax
- Taxed (01/02/2027)
- Recorded Mileage
- 78,910 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 VLA Key Findings
- 5 MOT tests recorded
- Latest MOT passed on 23/01/2026
- 78,910 miles recorded at latest MOT
- 1 historical MOT failure
- 3 defects noted at the latest MOT
- Recurring tyres items (4 mentions)
Derived directly from the recorded DVSA and DVLA data shown on this page.
MOT Roadworthiness: Good
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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 VLA Mileage History
- 23/01/202364,146 mi
- 10/01/202469,130 mi+4,984 mi
- 20/01/202574,477 mi+5,347 mi
- 23/01/202678,910 mi+4,433 mi
- 23/01/202678,910 mi
Average of roughly 4,920 miles per year across 5 recorded odometer readings.
LB55 VLA 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 VLA) between January 2023 and January 2026.
The record contains 4 passes and 1 failure.
The most recent test on 23 January 2026 was a pass, although the earlier record includes 1 failure that buyers may want to investigate.
Across all tests, the most frequently flagged areas are: Tyres (4 issues), Suspension (4 issues), Lighting (2 issues), Windscreen (1 issue). Repeated mentions in one area can indicate an ongoing pattern worth checking in person.
In total 8 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: “Front Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))”.
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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