2004 Volvo V50 2.0L Diesel · RJ04 DYY
2004 Volvo V50 (2.0L, diesel). First registered 01/04/2004. Recorded mileage 169,835 miles. MOT valid until 24/11/2026.
- Make & Model
- VOLVO V50
- Year / Origin
- 2004 · Reading
- Safety Recall
- Unknown
- MOT Status
- Valid until 24/11/2026
- Road Tax
- Untaxed (27/07/2024)
- Recorded Mileage
- 169,835 mi
- ULEZ Compliance
- Non-Compliant (Pre-Euro 6 Diesel)
- Fuel & Engine
- DIESEL · 2.0L
- Reliability Guide
- Common Faults
- Fuel Type
- DIESEL
- Year
- 2004
- Engine
- 1998cc
RJ04 DYY Key Findings
- 5 MOT tests recorded
- Latest MOT passed on 25/11/2025
- 169,835 miles recorded at latest MOT
- 2 historical MOT failures
- No defects recorded at the latest MOT
- Recurring brakes items (5 mentions)
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.
RJ04 DYY Mileage History
- 10/07/2023163,646 mi
- 10/07/2023163,648 mi+2 mi
- 26/07/2024169,725 mi+6,077 mi
- 16/09/2024169,739 mi+14 mi
- 25/11/2025169,835 mi+96 mi
Average of roughly 2,601 miles per year across 5 recorded odometer readings.
RJ04 DYY 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 2004 Volvo V50 (RJ04 DYY) between July 2023 and November 2025.
The record contains 3 passes and 2 failures.
The most recent test on 25 November 2025 was a pass, although the earlier record includes 2 failures that buyers may want to investigate.
Across all tests, the most frequently flagged areas are: Brakes (5 issues), Suspension (4 issues), Tyres (3 issues), Exhaust & Emissions (3 issues), Lighting (1 issue). Repeated mentions in one area can indicate an ongoing pattern worth checking in person.
In total 11 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: “Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases front flex joint (6.1.2 (a))”; “Undertray likely to become detached (6.2.1 (a) (ii))”; “Nearside Rear Service brake lagging in operation (1.2.1 (d))”.
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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