2005 Volvo V50 2.0L Diesel · LD55 XZU
2005 Volvo V50 (2.0L, diesel). First registered 31 Oct 2005. Recorded mileage 170,525 miles. MOT expired on 02 Feb 2024.
- Make & Model
- VOLVO V50
- Year / Origin
- 2005 · Stanmore (North London)
- Safety Recall
- Unknown
- MOT Status
- Expired on 02 Feb 2024
- Road Tax
- —
- Recorded Mileage
- 170,525 mi
- ULEZ Compliance
- Non-Compliant (Pre-Euro 6 Diesel)
- Fuel & Engine
- Diesel · 2.0L
- Reliability Guide
- Common Faults
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LD55 XZU Key Findings
- 4 MOT tests recorded
- Latest MOT passed on 03/02/2023
- 170,525 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.
LD55 XZU MOT History
Interpretation generated from the recorded test data above — not an official DVSA statement and not a substitute for an independent inspection.
4 MOT tests are recorded for this 2005 Volvo V50 (LD55 XZU) between January 2022 and February 2023.
The record contains 2 passes and 2 failures.
The most recent test on 03 February 2023 was a pass, although the earlier record includes 2 failures that buyers may want to investigate.
LD55 XZU Mileage History
- 25/01/2022162,743 mi
- 03/02/2022162,767 mi+24 mi
- 01/02/2023170,518 mi+7,751 mi
- 03/02/2023170,525 mi+7 mi
Average of roughly 7,596 miles per year across 4 recorded odometer readings.
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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.
MOT Roadworthiness: Below Average
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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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- Tailgate wiring and latch faultsModerate
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 dieselsModerate
Urban-driven diesel V50s soot up their EGR and DPF systems, leading to hesitation, smoke and warning lights.
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