2005 Volvo V50 2.4L Petrol · OY55 OJR
2005 Volvo V50 (2.4L, petrol). First registered 01/09/2005. Recorded mileage 35,017 miles. MOT valid until 03/04/2027. Taxed until 01/04/2027.
- Make & Model
- VOLVO V50
- Year / Origin
- 2005 · Oxford
- Safety Recall
- Unknown
- MOT Status
- Valid until 03/04/2027
- Road Tax
- Taxed (01/04/2027)
- Recorded Mileage
- 35,017 mi
- ULEZ Compliance
- Check Required (Pre-Euro 4 Petrol)
- Fuel & Engine
- PETROL · 2.4L
- Reliability Guide
- Common Faults
- Fuel Type
- PETROL
- Year
- 2005
- Engine
- 2435cc
OY55 OJR Key Findings
- 5 MOT tests recorded
- Latest MOT passed on 25/03/2026
- 35,017 miles recorded at latest MOT
- 1 historical MOT failure
- 1 defect noted at the latest MOT
- Recurring suspension items (4 mentions)
Derived directly from the recorded DVSA and DVLA data shown on this page.
MOT Roadworthiness: Good
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.
OY55 OJR Mileage History
- 16/03/202333,461 mi
- 28/03/202434,013 mi+552 mi
- 05/04/202434,023 mi+10 mi
- 26/03/202534,485 mi+462 mi
- 25/03/202635,017 mi+532 mi
Average of roughly 514 miles per year across 5 recorded odometer readings.
OY55 OJR 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 (OY55 OJR) between March 2023 and March 2026.
The record contains 4 passes and 1 failure.
The most recent test on 25 March 2026 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: Suspension (4 issues). Repeated mentions in one area can indicate an ongoing pattern worth checking in person.
In total 2 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: “Offside Rear Lower Suspension arm corroded and seriously weakened front (5.3.3 (b) (i))”; “Nearside Rear Lower Suspension arm corroded and seriously weakened front (5.3.3 (b) (i))”.
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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