2005 Volvo V50 2.0L Diesel · MT55 YYC
2005 Volvo V50 (2.0L, diesel). First registered 11 Nov 2005. Recorded mileage 181,311 miles. MOT expired on 13 Mar 2025.
- Make & Model
- VOLVO V50
- Year / Origin
- 2005 · Manchester & Merseyside
- Safety Recall
- Unknown
- MOT Status
- Expired on 13 Mar 2025
- Road Tax
- —
- Recorded Mileage
- 181,311 mi
- ULEZ Compliance
- Non-Compliant (Pre-Euro 6 Diesel)
- Fuel & Engine
- Diesel · 2.0L
- Reliability Guide
- Common Faults
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MT55 YYC Key Findings
- 25 MOT tests recorded
- Latest MOT passed on 23/02/2024
- 181,311 miles recorded at latest MOT
- 9 historical MOT failures
- No defects recorded at the latest MOT
- Recurring brakes items (23 mentions)
Derived directly from the recorded DVSA and DVLA data shown on this page.
MT55 YYC MOT History
Interpretation generated from the recorded test data above — not an official DVSA statement and not a substitute for an independent inspection.
25 MOT tests are recorded for this 2005 Volvo V50 (MT55 YYC) between November 2008 and February 2024.
The record contains 16 passes and 9 failures.
The most recent test on 23 February 2024 was a pass, although the earlier record includes 9 failures that buyers may want to investigate.
Across all tests, the most frequently flagged areas are: Brakes (23 issues), Tyres (20 issues), Lighting (9 issues), Suspension (7 issues), Exhaust & Emissions (6 issues). Repeated mentions in one area can indicate an ongoing pattern worth checking in person.
In total 45 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.
Recorded failure items include: “Offside Front Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))”; “Offside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))”; “Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))”.
MT55 YYC Mileage History
- 08/11/200869,602 mi
- 01/05/201093,039 mi+23,437 mi
- 24/11/201099,103 mi+6,064 mi
- 02/02/2011100,493 mi+1,390 mi
- 04/02/2011100,582 mi+89 mi
- 02/02/2012109,466 mi+8,884 mi
- 22/03/2013118,311 mi+8,845 mi
- 17/03/2014125,758 mi+7,447 mi
- 27/04/2015136,126 mi+10,368 mi
- 20/04/2016145,110 mi+8,984 mi
- 20/04/2016145,110 mi
- 13/03/2017153,861 mi+8,751 mi
- 13/03/2017153,861 mi
- 09/03/2018158,798 mi+4,937 mi
- 09/03/2018158,800 mi+2 mi
- 25/02/2019165,227 mi+6,427 mi
- 25/02/2019165,227 mi
- 29/02/2020170,609 mi+5,382 mi
- 12/03/2021170,621 mi+12 mi
- 12/03/2021170,621 mi
- 04/03/2022173,296 mi+2,675 mi
- 27/02/2023177,410 mi+4,114 mi
- 10/03/2023177,537 mi+127 mi
- 14/03/2023177,540 mi+3 mi
- 23/02/2024181,311 mi+3,771 mi
Average of roughly 7,305 miles per year across 25 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
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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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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