2005 Volvo V50 1.8L Petrol · OV55 FWJ
2005 Volvo V50 (1.8L, petrol). First registered 30/09/2005. Recorded mileage 94,650 miles. MOT status: Expired.
- Make & Model
- VOLVO V50
- Year / Origin
- 2005 · Oxford
- MOT Status
- Valid until 10/03/2025
- Road Tax
- —
- Recorded Mileage
- 94,650 mi
- ULEZ Compliance
- Check Required (Pre-Euro 4 Petrol)
- Fuel & Engine
- Petrol · 1.8L
- Reliability Guide
- Common Faults
- Fuel Type
- Petrol
- Year
- 2005
- Engine
- 1798cc
OV55 FWJ Key Findings
- 5 MOT tests recorded
- Latest MOT passed on 05/03/2024
- 94,650 miles recorded at latest MOT
- 2 historical MOT failures
- No defects recorded at the latest MOT
Derived directly from the recorded DVSA and DVLA data shown on this page.
MOT Roadworthiness: Below 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.
OV55 FWJ Mileage History
- 07/03/202274,027 mi
- 07/03/202274,028 mi+1 mi
- 08/02/202386,099 mi+12,071 mi
- 13/02/202386,099 mi
- 05/03/202494,650 mi+8,551 mi
Average of roughly 10,330 miles per year across 5 recorded odometer readings.
OV55 FWJ 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 (OV55 FWJ) between March 2022 and March 2024.
The record contains 3 passes and 2 failures.
The most recent test on 05 March 2024 was a pass, although the earlier record includes 2 failures that buyers may want to investigate.
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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