2005 Volvo V50 1.8L Petrol · SM05 EEJ
2005 Volvo V50 (1.8L, petrol). First registered 29 Jun 2005. Recorded mileage 149,975 miles. MOT expired on 28 May 2025.
- Make & Model
- VOLVO V50
- Year / Origin
- 2005 · Edinburgh
- Safety Recall
- Unknown
- MOT Status
- Expired on 28 May 2025
- Road Tax
- —
- Recorded Mileage
- 149,975 mi
- ULEZ Compliance
- Check Required (Pre-Euro 4 Petrol)
- Fuel & Engine
- Petrol · 1.8L
- Reliability Guide
- Common Faults
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SM05 EEJ Key Findings
- 5 MOT tests recorded
- Latest MOT passed on 29/05/2024
- 149,975 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.
SM05 EEJ 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 (SM05 EEJ) between April 2022 and May 2024.
The record contains 3 passes and 2 failures.
The most recent test on 29 May 2024 was a pass, although the earlier record includes 2 failures that buyers may want to investigate.
SM05 EEJ Mileage History
- 21/04/2022139,035 mi
- 26/04/2023145,250 mi+6,215 mi
- 28/04/2023145,250 mi
- 15/05/2024149,975 mi+4,725 mi
- 29/05/2024149,975 mi
Average of roughly 5,195 miles per year across 5 recorded odometer readings.
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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.
MOT Roadworthiness: Below Average
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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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- Tailgate wiring and latch faultsModerate
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 dieselsModerate
Urban-driven diesel V50s soot up their EGR and DPF systems, leading to hesitation, smoke and warning lights.
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