2005 Volvo V50 2.4L Petrol · SP55 YPM
2005 Volvo V50 (2.4L, petrol). First registered 28/09/2005. Recorded mileage 108,161 miles. MOT valid until 09/04/2027.
- Make & Model
- VOLVO V50
- Year / Origin
- 2005 · Dundee
- MOT Status
- Valid until 09/04/2027
- Road Tax
- —
- Recorded Mileage
- 108,161 mi
- ULEZ Compliance
- Non-Compliant (Pre-Euro 4 Petrol)
- Fuel & Engine
- Petrol · 2.4L
- Reliability Guide
- Common Faults
- Fuel Type
- Petrol
- Year
- 2005
- Engine
- 2435cc
SP55 YPM Key Findings
- 5 MOT tests recorded
- Latest MOT passed on 02/04/2026
- 108,161 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.
SP55 YPM Mileage History
- 03/04/2023103,769 mi
- 09/04/2024104,945 mi+1,176 mi
- 10/04/2024104,964 mi+19 mi
- 10/04/2025107,130 mi+2,166 mi
- 02/04/2026108,161 mi+1,031 mi
Average of roughly 1,465 miles per year across 5 recorded odometer readings.
SP55 YPM 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 (SP55 YPM) between April 2023 and April 2026.
The record contains 4 passes and 1 failure.
The most recent test on 02 April 2026 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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