2004 Volvo V50 2.5L Petrol · OV54 MTX
2004 Volvo V50 (2.5L, petrol). First registered 25/10/2004. Recorded mileage 120,607 miles. MOT valid until 02/03/2027.
- Make & Model
- VOLVO V50
- Year / Origin
- 2004 · Oxford
- MOT Status
- Valid until 02/03/2027
- Road Tax
- —
- Recorded Mileage
- 120,607 mi
- ULEZ Compliance
- Check Required (Pre-Euro 4 Petrol)
- Fuel & Engine
- Petrol · 2.5L
- Reliability Guide
- Common Faults
- Fuel Type
- Petrol
- Year
- 2004
- Engine
- 2521cc
OV54 MTX Key Findings
- 5 MOT tests recorded
- Latest MOT passed on 03/03/2026
- 120,607 miles recorded at latest MOT
- 2 historical MOT failures
- 3 defects noted at the latest MOT
- Recurring suspension items (11 mentions)
Derived directly from the recorded DVSA and DVLA data shown on this page.
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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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.
OV54 MTX Mileage History
- 11/07/2023112,242 mi
- 29/08/2024115,998 mi+3,756 mi
- 26/09/2024115,999 mi+1 mi
- 03/03/2026120,607 mi+4,608 mi
- 03/03/2026120,607 mi
Average of roughly 3,162 miles per year across 5 recorded odometer readings.
OV54 MTX 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 (OV54 MTX) between July 2023 and March 2026.
The record contains 3 passes and 2 failures.
The most recent test on 03 March 2026 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: Suspension (11 issues), Lighting (3 issues), Brakes (2 issues). Repeated mentions in one area can indicate an ongoing pattern worth checking in person.
In total 13 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: “Brake pedal has insufficient reserve travel sinking under foot (1.1.2 (a))”; “Nearside Front Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt ”; “Nearside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (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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