2005 Volvo V50 2.0L Diesel · SL05 LRY
2005 Volvo V50 (2.0L, diesel). First registered 09/04/2005. Recorded mileage 76,008 miles. MOT status: Expired.
- Make & Model
- VOLVO V50
- Year / Origin
- 2005 · Edinburgh
- MOT Status
- Valid until 08/04/2026
- Road Tax
- —
- Recorded Mileage
- 76,008 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
AI-generated interpretation of this vehicle’s MOT record — not an official statement and not a substitute for an independent inspection.
SL05 LRY Key Findings
- 5 MOT tests recorded
- Latest MOT passed on 09/04/2025
- 76,008 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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SL05 LRY Mileage History
- 07/09/202172,408 mi
- 24/03/202376,001 mi+3,593 mi
- 14/09/202376,002 mi+1 mi
- 02/04/202576,007 mi+5 mi
- 09/04/202576,008 mi+1 mi
Average of roughly 1,004 miles per year across 5 recorded odometer readings.
SL05 LRY 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 (SL05 LRY) between September 2021 and April 2025.
The record contains 3 passes and 2 failures.
The most recent test on 09 April 2025 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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