2005 Volvo V50 2.5L Petrol · OV55 FXC
2005 Volvo V50 (2.5L, petrol). First registered 30/09/2005. Recorded mileage 154,330 miles. MOT status: Expired.
- Make & Model
- VOLVO V50
- Year / Origin
- 2005 · Oxford
- MOT Status
- Valid until 13/01/2025
- Road Tax
- —
- Recorded Mileage
- 154,330 mi
- ULEZ Compliance
- Non-Compliant (Pre-Euro 4 Petrol)
- Fuel & Engine
- Petrol · 2.5L
- Reliability Guide
- Common Faults
- Fuel Type
- Petrol
- Year
- 2005
- Engine
- 2521cc
AI-generated interpretation of this vehicle’s MOT record — not an official statement and not a substitute for an independent inspection.
OV55 FXC Key Findings
- 5 MOT tests recorded
- Latest MOT passed on 11/01/2024
- 154,330 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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OV55 FXC Mileage History
- 23/12/2021150,337 mi
- 14/01/2022150,392 mi+55 mi
- 12/01/2023152,657 mi+2,265 mi
- 10/01/2024154,229 mi+1,572 mi
- 11/01/2024154,330 mi+101 mi
Average of roughly 1,947 miles per year across 5 recorded odometer readings.
OV55 FXC 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 FXC) between December 2021 and January 2024.
The record contains 3 passes and 2 failures.
The most recent test on 11 January 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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