2005 Volvo V50 2.0L Diesel · PX05 XTN
2005 Volvo V50 (2.0L, diesel). First registered 30/03/2005. Recorded mileage 178,881 miles. MOT valid until 21/08/2027.
- Make & Model
- VOLVO V50
- Year / Origin
- 2005 · Carlisle
- Safety Recall
- Unknown
- MOT Status
- Valid until 21/08/2027
- Road Tax
- —
- Recorded Mileage
- 178,881 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
PX05 XTN Key Findings
- 25 MOT tests recorded
- Latest MOT passed on 20/08/2026
- 178,881 miles recorded at latest MOT
- 7 historical MOT failures
- 5 defects noted at the latest MOT
- Recurring lighting items (19 mentions)
Derived directly from the recorded DVSA and DVLA data shown on this page.
MOT Roadworthiness: Average
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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.
PX05 XTN Mileage History
- 12/03/200887,732 mi
- 12/03/200887,732 mi
- 06/10/2009105,596 mi+17,864 mi
- 27/10/2010115,707 mi+10,111 mi
- 14/10/2011122,756 mi+7,049 mi
- 03/10/2012130,389 mi+7,633 mi
- 03/10/2012130,389 mi
- 03/10/2013137,237 mi+6,848 mi
- 27/10/2014143,435 mi+6,198 mi
- 21/10/2015149,831 mi+6,396 mi
- 20/10/2016154,779 mi+4,948 mi
- 26/10/2017156,675 mi+1,896 mi
- 25/10/2018161,013 mi+4,338 mi
- 31/10/2019166,278 mi+5,265 mi
- 04/05/2021168,567 mi+2,289 mi
- 04/05/2021168,567 mi
- 09/08/2022169,352 mi+785 mi
- 11/08/2023171,104 mi+1,752 mi
- 23/08/2023171,104 mi
- 22/08/2024174,078 mi+2,974 mi
- 23/08/2024174,082 mi+4 mi
- 12/08/2025176,795 mi+2,713 mi
- 12/08/2025176,795 mi
- 19/08/2026178,881 mi+2,086 mi
- 20/08/2026178,881 mi
Average of roughly 4,943 miles per year across 25 recorded odometer readings.
PX05 XTN MOT History
Interpretation generated from the recorded test data above — not an official DVSA statement and not a substitute for an independent inspection.
25 MOT tests are recorded for this 2005 Volvo V50 (PX05 XTN) between March 2008 and August 2026.
The record contains 18 passes and 7 failures.
The most recent test on 20 August 2026 was a pass, although the earlier record includes 7 failures that buyers may want to investigate.
Across all tests, the most frequently flagged areas are: Lighting (19 issues), Brakes (19 issues), Suspension (16 issues), Tyres (11 issues), Exhaust & Emissions (9 issues). Repeated mentions in one area can indicate an ongoing pattern worth checking in person.
In total 86 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: “Nearside Rear Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))”; “Offside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (”; “Nearside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))”.
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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