2004 Volvo V50 2.4L Petrol · OV04 HVR
2004 Volvo V50 (2.4L, petrol). First registered 01 Apr 2004. Recorded mileage 124,918 miles. MOT valid until 01 Dec 2026. Taxed until 01 Dec 2026.
- Make & Model
- VOLVO V50
- Year / Origin
- 2004 · Oxford
- Safety Recall
- Unknown
- MOT Status
- Valid until 01 Dec 2026
- Road Tax
- Taxed (01 Dec 2026)
- Recorded Mileage
- 124,918 mi
- ULEZ Compliance
- Check Required (Pre-Euro 4 Petrol)
- Fuel & Engine
- PETROL · 2.4L
- Reliability Guide
- Common Faults
OV04 HVR Key Findings
- 5 MOT tests recorded
- Latest MOT passed on 13/11/2025
- 124,918 miles recorded at latest MOT
- 1 historical MOT failure
- 3 defects noted at the latest MOT
- Recurring tyres items (8 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.
OV04 HVR Mileage History
- 30/11/2022113,108 mi
- 24/11/2023117,006 mi+3,898 mi
- 04/11/2024121,138 mi+4,132 mi
- 05/11/2024121,138 mi
- 13/11/2025124,918 mi+3,780 mi
Average of roughly 3,998 miles per year across 5 recorded odometer readings.
OV04 HVR 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 2004 Volvo V50 (OV04 HVR) between November 2022 and November 2025.
The record contains 4 passes and 1 failure.
The most recent test on 13 November 2025 was a pass, although the earlier record includes 1 failure that buyers may want to investigate.
Across all tests, the most frequently flagged areas are: Tyres (8 issues), Suspension (4 issues), Brakes (2 issues). Repeated mentions in one area can indicate an ongoing pattern worth checking in person.
In total 15 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 Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt ”; “Offside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))”; “Offside Side repeater not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))”.
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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