2005 Volvo V50 2.0L Diesel · VO05 DCV
2005 Volvo V50 (2.0L, diesel). First registered 01/03/2005. Recorded mileage 199,434 miles. MOT status: Expired.
- Make & Model
- VOLVO V50
- Year / Origin
- 2005 · Worcester
- Safety Recall
- Unknown
- MOT Status
- Valid until 09/10/2024
- Road Tax
- —
- Recorded Mileage
- 199,434 mi
- ULEZ Compliance
- Non-Compliant (Pre-Euro 6 Diesel)
- Fuel & Engine
- Diesel · 2.0L
- Reliability Guide
- Common Faults
- Fuel Type
- Diesel
- Year
- 2005
- Engine
- 1998cc
VO05 DCV Key Findings
- 4 MOT tests recorded
- Latest MOT passed on 05/10/2023
- 199,434 miles recorded at latest MOT
- 2 historical MOT failures
- 3 defects noted at the latest MOT
- Recurring lighting items (5 mentions)
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.
VO05 DCV Mileage History
- 16/09/2022191,543 mi
- 10/10/2022191,942 mi+399 mi
- 11/10/2022191,942 mi
- 05/10/2023199,434 mi+7,492 mi
Average of roughly 7,506 miles per year across 4 recorded odometer readings.
VO05 DCV MOT History
Interpretation generated from the recorded test data above — not an official DVSA statement and not a substitute for an independent inspection.
4 MOT tests are recorded for this 2005 Volvo V50 (VO05 DCV) between September 2022 and October 2023.
The record contains 2 passes and 2 failures.
The most recent test on 05 October 2023 was a pass, although the earlier record includes 2 failures that buyers may want to investigate.
Across all tests, the most frequently flagged areas are: Lighting (5 issues), Windscreen (5 issues), Tyres (4 issues), Exhaust & Emissions (3 issues), Brakes (3 issues). Repeated mentions in one area can indicate an ongoing pattern worth checking in person.
In total 17 advisory notices are recorded. Advisories flag items that passed but may need attention before the next test; they are not evidence of how well the vehicle has been serviced.
Recorded failure items include: “Front Exhaust emissions likely to be affected by an exhaust leak Exhaust flexi pipe leaking. (8.2.2.1 (b))”; “Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively split (3.4 (b) (ii))”; “Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively split (3.4 (b) (ii))”.
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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