2005 Volvo V50 1.8L Petrol · SO05 KFF
2005 Volvo V50 (1.8L, petrol). First registered 28/07/2005. Recorded mileage 72,178 miles. MOT valid until 13/12/2026.
- Make & Model
- VOLVO V50
- Year / Origin
- 2005 · Edinburgh
- MOT Status
- Valid until 13/12/2026
- Road Tax
- —
- Recorded Mileage
- 72,178 mi
- ULEZ Compliance
- Check Required (Pre-Euro 4 Petrol)
- Fuel & Engine
- Petrol · 1.8L
- Reliability Guide
- Common Faults
- Fuel Type
- Petrol
- Year
- 2005
- Engine
- 1798cc
SO05 KFF Key Findings
- 5 MOT tests recorded
- Latest MOT passed on 09/12/2025
- 72,178 miles recorded at latest MOT
- 1 historical MOT failure
- No defects recorded at the latest MOT
Derived directly from the recorded DVSA and DVLA data shown on this page.
MOT Roadworthiness: Good
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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.
SO05 KFF Mileage History
- 28/11/202252,150 mi
- 12/12/202358,828 mi+6,678 mi
- 12/12/202358,828 mi
- 18/11/202464,805 mi+5,977 mi
- 09/12/202572,178 mi+7,373 mi
Average of roughly 6,608 miles per year across 5 recorded odometer readings.
SO05 KFF 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 (SO05 KFF) between November 2022 and December 2025.
The record contains 4 passes and 1 failure.
The most recent test on 09 December 2025 was a pass, although the earlier record includes 1 failure 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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