2005 Volvo V50 2.5L Petrol · RE05 LBX
2005 Volvo V50 (2.5L, petrol). First registered 14/03/2005. Recorded mileage 106,047 miles. MOT valid until 17/03/2027.
- Make & Model
- VOLVO V50
- Year / Origin
- 2005 · Reading
- MOT Status
- Valid until 17/03/2027
- Road Tax
- —
- Recorded Mileage
- 106,047 mi
- ULEZ Compliance
- Check Required (Pre-Euro 4 Petrol)
- Fuel & Engine
- Petrol · 2.5L
- Reliability Guide
- Common Faults
- Fuel Type
- Petrol
- Year
- 2005
- Engine
- 2521cc
RE05 LBX Key Findings
- 5 MOT tests recorded
- Latest MOT passed on 18/03/2026
- 106,047 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: 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.
RE05 LBX Mileage History
- 07/03/2024102,249 mi
- 08/03/2024102,249 mi
- 05/03/2025104,177 mi+1,928 mi
- 06/03/2025104,178 mi+1 mi
- 18/03/2026106,047 mi+1,869 mi
Average of roughly 1,872 miles per year across 5 recorded odometer readings.
RE05 LBX 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 (RE05 LBX) between March 2024 and March 2026.
The record contains 3 passes and 2 failures.
The most recent test on 18 March 2026 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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