2005 Volvo V50 1.8L Petrol · SE05 HSV
2005 Volvo V50 (1.8L, petrol). First registered 22/07/2005. Recorded mileage 147,002 miles. MOT status: Expired.
- Make & Model
- VOLVO V50
- Year / Origin
- 2005 · Glasgow
- Safety Recall
- Unknown
- MOT Status
- Valid until 17/02/2024
- Road Tax
- —
- Recorded Mileage
- 147,002 mi
- ULEZ Compliance
- Check Required (Pre-Euro 4 Petrol)
- Fuel & Engine
- Petrol · 1.8L
- Reliability Guide
- Common Faults
- Fuel Type
- Petrol
- Year
- 2005
- Engine
- 1798cc
SE05 HSV Key Findings
- 4 MOT tests recorded
- Latest MOT passed on 15/02/2023
- 147,002 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: 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.
SE05 HSV Mileage History
- 18/02/2022142,086 mi
- 18/02/2022142,086 mi
- 07/02/2023146,997 mi+4,911 mi
- 15/02/2023147,002 mi+5 mi
Average of roughly 4,959 miles per year across 4 recorded odometer readings.
SE05 HSV 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 (SE05 HSV) between February 2022 and February 2023.
The record contains 2 passes and 2 failures.
The most recent test on 15 February 2023 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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