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2005 Volvo V50 2.0L Diesel · LM05 LWD

LM05 LWD

2005 Volvo V50 (2.0L, diesel). First registered 01 Jun 2005. Recorded mileage 137,692 miles. MOT valid until 23 Jul 2027. Taxed until 01 May 2027.

Make & Model
VOLVO V50
Year / Origin
2005 · Wimbledon (South London)
Safety Recall
Unknown
MOT Status
Valid until 23 Jul 2027
Road Tax
Taxed (01 May 2027)
Recorded Mileage
137,692 mi
ULEZ Compliance
Non-Compliant (Pre-Euro 6 Diesel)
Fuel & Engine
DIESEL · 2.0L
Reliability Guide
Common Faults
MOT Status
Valid
Valid until 23 Jul 2027
Tax Status
Taxed
Tax due 01 May 2027
Fuel Type
DIESEL
Year
2005
Engine
1998cc
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LM05 LWD Key Findings

  • 5 MOT tests recorded
  • Latest MOT passed on 14/07/2026
  • 137,692 miles recorded at latest MOT
  • 7 defects noted at the latest MOT
  • Recurring suspension items (12 mentions)

Derived directly from the recorded DVSA and DVLA data shown on this page.

LM05 LWD MOT History

Vehicle record last updated: 5 Sept 2026, 09:34
MOT Analysis

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 (LM05 LWD) between July 2022 and July 2026.

The record contains 5 passes and 0 failures.

The record shows no MOT failures, although 18 advisory notices note items to monitor.

Across all tests, the most frequently flagged areas are: Suspension (12 issues), Brakes (3 issues), Lighting (2 issues). Repeated mentions in one area can indicate an ongoing pattern worth checking in person.

In total 18 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.

PASS
FAIL
ADVISORY

LM05 LWD Mileage History

  1. 25/07/2022131,515 mi
  2. 14/07/2023132,915 mi+1,400 mi
  3. 24/07/2024134,453 mi+1,538 mi
  4. 18/07/2025136,140 mi+1,687 mi
  5. 14/07/2026137,692 mi+1,552 mi

Average of roughly 1,556 miles per year across 5 recorded odometer readings.

Technical Specifications

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Known faults for Volvo V50

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2005 Common Problems
MOT Roadworthiness Analysis
90
/ 100 · Excellent
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MOT Roadworthiness: Excellent

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