2005 Volvo V50 1.8L Petrol · SV55 SVO
2005 Volvo V50 (1.8L, petrol). First registered 12/09/2005. Recorded mileage 119,128 miles. MOT status: Expired.
- Make & Model
- VOLVO V50
- Year / Origin
- 2005 · Aberdeen
- MOT Status
- Valid until 22/02/2024
- Road Tax
- —
- Recorded Mileage
- 119,128 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
SV55 SVO Key Findings
- 3 MOT tests recorded
- Latest MOT passed on 22/02/2023
- 119,128 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: 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.
SV55 SVO Mileage History
- 21/02/2022104,223 mi
- 23/02/2022104,223 mi
- 22/02/2023119,128 mi+14,905 mi
Average of roughly 14,876 miles per year across 3 recorded odometer readings.
SV55 SVO MOT History
Interpretation generated from the recorded test data above — not an official DVSA statement and not a substitute for an independent inspection.
3 MOT tests are recorded for this 2005 Volvo V50 (SV55 SVO) between February 2022 and February 2023.
The record contains 2 passes and 1 failure.
The most recent test on 22 February 2023 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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