2005 Volvo V50 2.0L Diesel · LS05 RCF
2005 Volvo V50 (2.0L, diesel). First registered 23/05/2005. Recorded mileage 159,577 miles. MOT status: Expired.
- Make & Model
- VOLVO V50
- Year / Origin
- 2005 · Wimbledon (South London)
- MOT Status
- Valid until 24/08/2024
- Road Tax
- —
- Recorded Mileage
- 159,577 mi
- ULEZ Compliance
- Non-Compliant (Pre-Euro 6 Diesel)
- Fuel & Engine
- Diesel · 2.0L
- Reliability Guide
- Common Faults
- Fuel Type
- Diesel
- Year
- 2005
- Engine
- 1997cc
LS05 RCF Key Findings
- 4 MOT tests recorded
- Latest MOT passed on 21/08/2023
- 159,577 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: 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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LS05 RCF Mileage History
- 25/08/2021137,166 mi
- 22/08/2022148,832 mi+11,666 mi
- 23/08/2022148,832 mi
- 21/08/2023159,577 mi+10,745 mi
Average of roughly 11,279 miles per year across 4 recorded odometer readings.
LS05 RCF 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 (LS05 RCF) between August 2021 and August 2023.
The record contains 3 passes and 1 failure.
The most recent test on 21 August 2023 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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