2005 Volvo V50 2.0L Diesel · ND55 FXV
2005 Volvo V50 (2.0L, diesel). First registered 17 Oct 2005. Recorded mileage 236,109 miles. MOT valid until 02 Feb 2027.
- Make & Model
- VOLVO V50
- Year / Origin
- 2005 · Newcastle
- Safety Recall
- Unknown
- MOT Status
- Valid until 02 Feb 2027
- Road Tax
- —
- Recorded Mileage
- 236,109 mi
- ULEZ Compliance
- Non-Compliant (Pre-Euro 6 Diesel)
- Fuel & Engine
- Diesel · 2.0L
- Reliability Guide
- Common Faults
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ND55 FXV Key Findings
- 27 MOT tests recorded
- Latest MOT passed on 03/02/2026
- 236,109 miles recorded at latest MOT
- 10 historical MOT failures
- 7 defects noted at the latest MOT
- Recurring tyres items (33 mentions)
Derived directly from the recorded DVSA and DVLA data shown on this page.
ND55 FXV MOT History
Interpretation generated from the recorded test data above — not an official DVSA statement and not a substitute for an independent inspection.
27 MOT tests are recorded for this 2005 Volvo V50 (ND55 FXV) between October 2008 and February 2026.
The record contains 17 passes and 10 failures.
The most recent test on 03 February 2026 was a pass, although the earlier record includes 10 failures that buyers may want to investigate.
Across all tests, the most frequently flagged areas are: Tyres (33 issues), Suspension (21 issues), Brakes (11 issues), Lighting (10 issues), Windscreen (6 issues). Repeated mentions in one area can indicate an ongoing pattern worth checking in person.
In total 66 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 Wheel bearing rough when rotated (5.1.3 (b) (i))”; “Offside Rear Inner Position lamp with a multiple light source more than 1/2 not functioning (4.2.1 (a) (ii))”; “Nearside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))”.
ND55 FXV Mileage History
- 09/10/200825,378 mi
- 07/10/200931,114 mi+5,736 mi
- 01/10/201039,524 mi+8,410 mi
- 10/10/201146,667 mi+7,143 mi
- 10/10/201146,667 mi
- 27/09/201255,669 mi+9,002 mi
- 29/09/201255,678 mi+9 mi
- 26/07/201479,965 mi+24,287 mi
- 27/07/201595,272 mi+15,307 mi
- 01/07/2016109,423 mi+14,151 mi
- 01/07/2016109,426 mi+3 mi
- 21/07/2017132,872 mi+23,446 mi
- 11/07/2018153,543 mi+20,671 mi
- 18/07/2019196,613 mi+43,070 mi
- 18/07/2019169,613 mi-27,000 mi
- 23/07/2020179,812 mi+10,199 mi
- 24/07/2020179,812 mi
- 21/07/2021188,950 mi+9,138 mi
- 21/07/2021188,950 mi
- 19/07/2022198,898 mi+9,948 mi
- 21/07/2022198,898 mi
- 14/11/2023211,927 mi+13,029 mi
- 27/11/2023212,047 mi+120 mi
- 02/12/2024223,527 mi+11,480 mi
- 16/12/2024223,537 mi+10 mi
- 03/02/2026236,109 mi+12,572 mi
- 03/02/2026236,109 mi
Average of roughly 12,167 miles per year across 27 recorded odometer readings.
Recorded mileage decreased between one or more tests — a potential clocking indicator worth verifying before purchase.
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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: 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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