2005 Volvo V50 2.0L Diesel · RA05 KTV
2005 Volvo V50 (2.0L, diesel). First registered 24 May 2005. Recorded mileage 112,306 miles. MOT expired on 13 Sept 2023.
- Make & Model
- VOLVO V50
- Year / Origin
- 2005 · Reading
- Safety Recall
- Unknown
- MOT Status
- Expired on 13 Sept 2023
- Road Tax
- —
- Recorded Mileage
- 112,306 mi
- ULEZ Compliance
- Non-Compliant (Pre-Euro 6 Diesel)
- Fuel & Engine
- Diesel · 2.0L
- Reliability Guide
- Common Faults
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RA05 KTV Key Findings
- 4 MOT tests recorded
- Latest MOT failed on 01/07/2025
- 112,306 miles recorded at latest MOT
- 2 historical MOT failures
Derived directly from the recorded DVSA and DVLA data shown on this page.
RA05 KTV MOT History
Interpretation generated from the recorded test data above — not an official DVSA statement and not a substitute for an independent inspection.
4 MOT tests are recorded for this 2005 Volvo V50 (RA05 KTV) between September 2021 and July 2025.
The record contains 2 passes and 2 failures.
The most recent test on 01 July 2025 was a fail; the vehicle has not passed its last recorded MOT.
RA05 KTV Mileage History
- 07/09/2021103,406 mi
- 01/09/2022110,205 mi+6,799 mi
- 14/09/2022110,206 mi+1 mi
- 01/07/2025112,306 mi+2,100 mi
Average of roughly 2,334 miles per year across 4 recorded odometer readings.
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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.
MOT Roadworthiness: Below Average
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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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- Tailgate wiring and latch faultsModerate
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 dieselsModerate
Urban-driven diesel V50s soot up their EGR and DPF systems, leading to hesitation, smoke and warning lights.
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