2004 Volvo V50 2.5L Petrol · SL54 VDZ
2004 Volvo V50 (2.5L, petrol). First registered 30/09/2004. Recorded mileage 218,958 miles. MOT status: Expired.
- Make & Model
- VOLVO V50
- Year / Origin
- 2004 · Edinburgh
- Safety Recall
- Unknown
- MOT Status
- Valid until 19/02/2025
- Road Tax
- —
- Recorded Mileage
- 218,958 mi
- ULEZ Compliance
- Check Required (Pre-Euro 4 Petrol)
- Fuel & Engine
- Petrol · 2.5L
- Reliability Guide
- Common Faults
- Fuel Type
- Petrol
- Year
- 2004
- Engine
- 2521cc
SL54 VDZ Key Findings
- 5 MOT tests recorded
- Latest MOT passed on 20/02/2024
- 218,958 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 VDZ Mileage History
- 18/02/2022201,670 mi
- 14/02/2023208,519 mi+6,849 mi
- 16/02/2023208,579 mi+60 mi
- 15/02/2024218,955 mi+10,376 mi
- 20/02/2024218,958 mi+3 mi
Average of roughly 8,626 miles per year across 5 recorded odometer readings.
SL54 VDZ 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 VDZ) between February 2022 and February 2024.
The record contains 3 passes and 2 failures.
The most recent test on 20 February 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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