2005 Volvo V50 1.8L Petrol · LR05 KMX
2005 Volvo V50 (1.8L, petrol). First registered 29/03/2005. Recorded mileage 128,755 miles. MOT valid until 04/04/2027.
- Make & Model
- VOLVO V50
- Year / Origin
- 2005 · Wimbledon (South London)
- MOT Status
- Valid until 04/04/2027
- Road Tax
- —
- Recorded Mileage
- 128,755 mi
- ULEZ Compliance
- Check Required (Pre-Euro 4 Petrol)
- Fuel & Engine
- Petrol · 1.8L
- Reliability Guide
- Common Faults
- Fuel Type
- Petrol
- Year
- 2005
- Engine
- 1798cc
LR05 KMX Key Findings
- 5 MOT tests recorded
- Latest MOT passed on 31/03/2026
- 128,755 miles recorded at latest MOT
- 1 historical MOT failure
- No defects recorded at the latest MOT
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.
LR05 KMX Mileage History
- 04/04/2023115,155 mi
- 27/03/2024120,299 mi+5,144 mi
- 29/03/2025124,997 mi+4,698 mi
- 30/03/2026128,751 mi+3,754 mi
- 31/03/2026128,755 mi+4 mi
Average of roughly 4,548 miles per year across 5 recorded odometer readings.
LR05 KMX 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 (LR05 KMX) between April 2023 and March 2026.
The record contains 4 passes and 1 failure.
The most recent test on 31 March 2026 was a pass, although the earlier record includes 1 failure 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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