2005 Volvo V50 2.0L Diesel · OY05 WZP
2005 Volvo V50 (2.0L, diesel). First registered 11/03/2005. Recorded mileage 196,610 miles. MOT status: Expired.
- Make & Model
- VOLVO V50
- Year / Origin
- 2005 · Oxford
- MOT Status
- Valid until 13/11/2024
- Road Tax
- —
- Recorded Mileage
- 196,610 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
OY05 WZP Key Findings
- 5 MOT tests recorded
- Latest MOT passed on 13/11/2023
- 196,610 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.
OY05 WZP Mileage History
- 19/10/2021180,686 mi
- 20/10/2021180,686 mi
- 09/11/2022186,867 mi+6,181 mi
- 09/11/2022186,867 mi
- 13/11/2023196,610 mi+9,743 mi
Average of roughly 7,704 miles per year across 5 recorded odometer readings.
OY05 WZP 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 (OY05 WZP) between October 2021 and November 2023.
The record contains 3 passes and 2 failures.
The most recent test on 13 November 2023 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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