2005 Volvo V50 1.8L Petrol · LC05 BVM
2005 Volvo V50 (1.8L, petrol). First registered 30/04/2005. Recorded mileage 87,598 miles. MOT status: Expired.
- Make & Model
- VOLVO V50
- Year / Origin
- 2005 · Stanmore (North London)
- MOT Status
- Valid until 12/07/2026
- Road Tax
- —
- Recorded Mileage
- 87,598 mi
- ULEZ Compliance
- Non-Compliant (Pre-Euro 4 Petrol)
- Fuel & Engine
- Petrol · 1.8L
- Reliability Guide
- Common Faults
- Fuel Type
- Petrol
- Year
- 2005
- Engine
- 1798cc
AI-generated interpretation of this vehicle’s MOT record — not an official statement and not a substitute for an independent inspection.
LC05 BVM Key Findings
- 5 MOT tests recorded
- Latest MOT passed on 02/07/2025
- 87,598 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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LC05 BVM Mileage History
- 19/06/202373,272 mi
- 13/06/202480,057 mi+6,785 mi
- 14/06/202480,080 mi+23 mi
- 23/06/202587,555 mi+7,475 mi
- 02/07/202587,598 mi+43 mi
Average of roughly 7,031 miles per year across 5 recorded odometer readings.
LC05 BVM 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 (LC05 BVM) between June 2023 and July 2025.
The record contains 3 passes and 2 failures.
The most recent test on 02 July 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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