2004 Volvo V50 2.4L Petrol · LC04 YPY
2004 Volvo V50 (2.4L, petrol). First registered 01/04/2004. Recorded mileage 96,608 miles. MOT status: Expired.
- Make & Model
- VOLVO V50
- Year / Origin
- 2004 · Stanmore (North London)
- MOT Status
- Valid until 18/12/2025
- Road Tax
- Untaxed (02/02/2025)
- Recorded Mileage
- 96,608 mi
- ULEZ Compliance
- Check Required (Pre-Euro 4 Petrol)
- Fuel & Engine
- PETROL · 2.4L
- Reliability Guide
- Common Faults
- Fuel Type
- PETROL
- Year
- 2004
- Engine
- 2435cc
LC04 YPY Key Findings
- 5 MOT tests recorded
- Latest MOT passed on 19/12/2024
- 96,608 miles recorded at latest MOT
- 1 historical MOT failure
- 2 defects noted at the latest MOT
- Recurring suspension items (4 mentions)
Derived directly from the recorded DVSA and DVLA data shown on this page.
MOT Roadworthiness: Average
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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.
LC04 YPY Mileage History
- 19/02/202288,695 mi
- 24/01/202390,828 mi+2,133 mi
- 23/01/202493,745 mi+2,917 mi
- 23/01/202493,745 mi
- 19/12/202496,608 mi+2,863 mi
Average of roughly 2,795 miles per year across 5 recorded odometer readings.
LC04 YPY 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 2004 Volvo V50 (LC04 YPY) between February 2022 and December 2024.
The record contains 4 passes and 1 failure.
The most recent test on 19 December 2024 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: Suspension (4 issues), Tyres (4 issues), Brakes (1 issue). Repeated mentions in one area can indicate an ongoing pattern worth checking in person.
In total 9 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: “Offside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt C”.
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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