2004 Volvo V50 1.8L Petrol · SM54 PVU
2004 Volvo V50 (1.8L, petrol). First registered 03 Nov 2004. Recorded mileage 148,567 miles. MOT expired on 23 May 2024.
- Make & Model
- VOLVO V50
- Year / Origin
- 2004 · Edinburgh
- Safety Recall
- Unknown
- MOT Status
- Expired on 23 May 2024
- Road Tax
- —
- Recorded Mileage
- 148,567 mi
- ULEZ Compliance
- Check Required (Pre-Euro 4 Petrol)
- Fuel & Engine
- Petrol · 1.8L
- Reliability Guide
- Common Faults
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SM54 PVU Key Findings
- 5 MOT tests recorded
- Latest MOT failed on 13/05/2024
- 148,567 miles recorded at latest MOT
- 3 historical MOT failures
Derived directly from the recorded DVSA and DVLA data shown on this page.
SM54 PVU 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 (SM54 PVU) between March 2022 and May 2024.
The record contains 2 passes and 3 failures.
The most recent test on 13 May 2024 was a fail; the vehicle has not passed its last recorded MOT.
SM54 PVU Mileage History
- 07/03/2022132,321 mi
- 07/03/2022132,321 mi
- 22/05/2023141,429 mi+9,108 mi
- 24/05/2023141,431 mi+2 mi
- 13/05/2024148,567 mi+7,136 mi
Average of roughly 7,435 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: Poor
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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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