2005 Volvo V50 2.4L Petrol · NA55 THF
2005 Volvo V50 (2.4L, petrol). First registered 21/10/2005. Recorded mileage 161,475 miles. MOT valid until 20/11/2026.
- Make & Model
- VOLVO V50
- Year / Origin
- 2005 · Newcastle
- MOT Status
- Valid until 20/11/2026
- Road Tax
- —
- Recorded Mileage
- 161,475 mi
- ULEZ Compliance
- Check Required (Pre-Euro 4 Petrol)
- Fuel & Engine
- Petrol · 2.4L
- Reliability Guide
- Common Faults
- Fuel Type
- Petrol
- Year
- 2005
- Engine
- 2435cc
NA55 THF Key Findings
- 24 MOT tests recorded
- Latest MOT passed on 21/11/2025
- 161,475 miles recorded at latest MOT
- 5 historical MOT failures
- 14 defects noted at the latest MOT
- Recurring lighting items (14 mentions)
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.
NA55 THF Mileage History
- 26/09/200875,808 mi
- 26/09/200875,808 mi
- 09/12/200878,511 mi+2,703 mi
- 11/11/200983,147 mi+4,636 mi
- 29/11/201088,310 mi+5,163 mi
- 29/11/201088,310 mi
- 21/11/201193,741 mi+5,431 mi
- 06/11/2012100,445 mi+6,704 mi
- 04/11/2013107,463 mi+7,018 mi
- 22/10/2014112,910 mi+5,447 mi
- 12/10/2015117,024 mi+4,114 mi
- 12/10/2015117,024 mi
- 05/10/2016122,063 mi+5,039 mi
- 05/10/2017125,836 mi+3,773 mi
- 04/10/2018130,098 mi+4,262 mi
- 29/10/2019135,696 mi+5,598 mi
- 29/10/2019135,717 mi+21 mi
- 30/10/2020139,489 mi+3,772 mi
- 21/10/2021143,785 mi+4,296 mi
- 14/11/2022148,442 mi+4,657 mi
- 23/10/2023152,709 mi+4,267 mi
- 22/10/2024158,356 mi+5,647 mi
- 11/11/2025161,435 mi+3,079 mi
- 21/11/2025161,475 mi+40 mi
Average of roughly 4,994 miles per year across 24 recorded odometer readings.
NA55 THF MOT History
Interpretation generated from the recorded test data above — not an official DVSA statement and not a substitute for an independent inspection.
24 MOT tests are recorded for this 2005 Volvo V50 (NA55 THF) between September 2008 and November 2025.
The record contains 19 passes and 5 failures.
The most recent test on 21 November 2025 was a pass, although the earlier record includes 5 failures that buyers may want to investigate.
Across all tests, the most frequently flagged areas are: Lighting (14 issues), Tyres (13 issues), Brakes (9 issues), Suspension (6 issues), Exhaust & Emissions (4 issues). Repeated mentions in one area can indicate an ongoing pattern worth checking in person.
In total 33 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 Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords In tread - perished (5.2”; “Nearside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords In tread - perished - 2”; “Offside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))”.
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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