2005 Volvo V50 2.0L Diesel · NG55 OJO
2005 Volvo V50 (2.0L, diesel). First registered 30/11/2005. Recorded mileage 113,859 miles. MOT valid until 30/10/2026.
- Make & Model
- VOLVO V50
- Year / Origin
- 2005 · Newcastle
- MOT Status
- Valid until 30/10/2026
- Road Tax
- —
- Recorded Mileage
- 113,859 mi
- ULEZ Compliance
- Non-Compliant (Pre-Euro 6 Diesel)
- Fuel & Engine
- Diesel · 2.0L
- Reliability Guide
- Common Faults
- Fuel Type
- Diesel
- Year
- 2005
- Engine
- 1998cc
NG55 OJO Key Findings
- 5 MOT tests recorded
- Latest MOT passed on 23/10/2025
- 113,859 miles recorded at latest MOT
- 2 historical MOT failures
- 10 defects noted at the latest MOT
- Recurring brakes items (16 mentions)
Derived directly from the recorded DVSA and DVLA data shown on this page.
MOT Roadworthiness: Average
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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.
NG55 OJO Mileage History
- 24/10/2023109,084 mi
- 25/10/2023109,093 mi+9 mi
- 17/10/2024111,213 mi+2,120 mi
- 23/10/2025113,859 mi+2,646 mi
- 23/10/2025113,859 mi
Average of roughly 2,388 miles per year across 5 recorded odometer readings.
NG55 OJO 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 (NG55 OJO) between October 2023 and October 2025.
The record contains 3 passes and 2 failures.
The most recent test on 23 October 2025 was a pass, although the earlier record includes 2 failures that buyers may want to investigate.
Across all tests, the most frequently flagged areas are: Brakes (16 issues), Tyres (4 issues), Suspension (3 issues), Lighting (1 issue), Steering (1 issue). Repeated mentions in one area can indicate an ongoing pattern worth checking in person.
In total 28 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: “Nearside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))”; “Offside Rear Suspension arm corroded and seriously weakened lower spring cup (5.3.3 (b) (i))”; “Nearside Rear Suspension arm corroded and seriously weakened lower spring cup (5.3.3 (b) (i))”.
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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