2004 Volvo V50 1.8L Petrol · SL54 SVC
2004 Volvo V50 (1.8L, petrol). First registered 24/11/2004. Recorded mileage 32,408 miles. MOT status: Expired.
- Make & Model
- VOLVO V50
- Year / Origin
- 2004 · Edinburgh
- MOT Status
- Valid until 03/01/2026
- Road Tax
- —
- Recorded Mileage
- 32,408 mi
- ULEZ Compliance
- Non-Compliant (Pre-Euro 4 Petrol)
- Fuel & Engine
- Petrol · 1.8L
- Reliability Guide
- Common Faults
- Fuel Type
- Petrol
- Year
- 2004
- Engine
- 1798cc
AI-generated interpretation of this vehicle’s MOT record — not an official statement and not a substitute for an independent inspection.
SL54 SVC Key Findings
- 5 MOT tests recorded
- Latest MOT passed on 12/12/2024
- 32,408 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.
SL54 SVC Mileage History
- 29/09/202230,169 mi
- 29/09/202230,171 mi+2 mi
- 02/10/202331,518 mi+1,347 mi
- 04/01/202431,559 mi+41 mi
- 12/12/202432,408 mi+849 mi
Average of roughly 1,016 miles per year across 5 recorded odometer readings.
SL54 SVC 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 (SL54 SVC) between September 2022 and December 2024.
The record contains 3 passes and 2 failures.
The most recent test on 12 December 2024 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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