2005 Volvo V50 1.8L Petrol · VK05 FZX
2005 Volvo V50 (1.8L, petrol). First registered 30/06/2005. Recorded mileage 107,003 miles. MOT status: Expired.
- Make & Model
- VOLVO V50
- Year / Origin
- 2005 · Worcester
- Safety Recall
- Unknown
- MOT Status
- Valid until 06/07/2026
- Road Tax
- —
- Recorded Mileage
- 107,003 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
VK05 FZX Key Findings
- 5 MOT tests recorded
- Latest MOT passed on 07/07/2025
- 107,003 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.
MOT Roadworthiness: Below Average
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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.
VK05 FZX Mileage History
- 24/06/202397,338 mi
- 24/06/202499,770 mi+2,432 mi
- 25/06/202499,772 mi+2 mi
- 26/06/2025106,996 mi+7,224 mi
- 07/07/2025107,003 mi+7 mi
Average of roughly 4,745 miles per year across 5 recorded odometer readings.
VK05 FZX 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 (VK05 FZX) between June 2023 and July 2025.
The record contains 3 passes and 2 failures.
The most recent test on 07 July 2025 was a pass, although the earlier record includes 2 failures 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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