2004 Volvo V50 2.0L Diesel · VX04 XSD
2004 Volvo V50 (2.0L, diesel). First registered 30 Apr 2004. Recorded mileage 156,985 miles. MOT expired on 27 Feb 2025.
- Make & Model
- VOLVO V50
- Year / Origin
- 2004 · Worcester
- Safety Recall
- Unknown
- MOT Status
- Expired on 27 Feb 2025
- Road Tax
- —
- Recorded Mileage
- 156,985 mi
- ULEZ Compliance
- Non-Compliant (Pre-Euro 6 Diesel)
- Fuel & Engine
- Diesel · 2.0L
- Reliability Guide
- Common Faults
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VX04 XSD Key Findings
- 3 MOT tests recorded
- Latest MOT passed on 28/02/2024
- 156,985 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.
VX04 XSD 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 2004 Volvo V50 (VX04 XSD) between September 2022 and February 2024.
The record contains 2 passes and 1 failure.
The most recent test on 28 February 2024 was a pass, although the earlier record includes 1 failure that buyers may want to investigate.
VX04 XSD Mileage History
- 21/09/2022147,860 mi
- 21/02/2024156,968 mi+9,108 mi
- 28/02/2024156,985 mi+17 mi
Average of roughly 6,346 miles per year across 3 recorded odometer readings.
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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.
MOT Roadworthiness: Below Average
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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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- Tailgate wiring and latch faultsModerate
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 dieselsModerate
Urban-driven diesel V50s soot up their EGR and DPF systems, leading to hesitation, smoke and warning lights.
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