2005 Volvo V50 2.5L Petrol · LR55 EDJ
2005 Volvo V50 (2.5L, petrol). First registered 30/09/2005. Recorded mileage 140,609 miles. MOT status: Expired.
- Make & Model
- VOLVO V50
- Year / Origin
- 2005 · Wimbledon (South London)
- MOT Status
- Valid until 12/12/2025
- Road Tax
- —
- Recorded Mileage
- 140,609 mi
- ULEZ Compliance
- Check Required (Pre-Euro 4 Petrol)
- Fuel & Engine
- Petrol · 2.5L
- Reliability Guide
- Common Faults
- Fuel Type
- Petrol
- Year
- 2005
- Engine
- 2521cc
LR55 EDJ Key Findings
- 5 MOT tests recorded
- Latest MOT passed on 13/12/2024
- 140,609 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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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.
LR55 EDJ Mileage History
- 09/05/2023125,531 mi
- 08/12/2023130,460 mi+4,929 mi
- 12/12/2023130,461 mi+1 mi
- 11/12/2024140,575 mi+10,114 mi
- 13/12/2024140,609 mi+34 mi
Average of roughly 9,430 miles per year across 5 recorded odometer readings.
LR55 EDJ 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 (LR55 EDJ) between May 2023 and December 2024.
The record contains 3 passes and 2 failures.
The most recent test on 13 December 2024 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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