2004 Volvo V50 2.0L Diesel · WF54 FCA
2004 Volvo V50 (2.0L, diesel). First registered 16 Sept 2004. Recorded mileage 160,679 miles. MOT expired on 12 Jul 2026.
- Make & Model
- VOLVO V50
- Year / Origin
- 2004 · Exeter
- Safety Recall
- Unknown
- MOT Status
- Expired on 12 Jul 2026
- Road Tax
- —
- Recorded Mileage
- 160,679 mi
- ULEZ Compliance
- Non-Compliant (Pre-Euro 6 Diesel)
- Fuel & Engine
- Diesel · 2.0L
- Reliability Guide
- Common Faults
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WF54 FCA Key Findings
- 26 MOT tests recorded
- Latest MOT passed on 14/07/2025
- 160,679 miles recorded at latest MOT
- 7 historical MOT failures
- 3 defects noted at the latest MOT
- Recurring brakes items (23 mentions)
Derived directly from the recorded DVSA and DVLA data shown on this page.
WF54 FCA MOT History
Interpretation generated from the recorded test data above — not an official DVSA statement and not a substitute for an independent inspection.
26 MOT tests are recorded for this 2004 Volvo V50 (WF54 FCA) between September 2007 and July 2025.
The record contains 19 passes and 7 failures.
The most recent test on 14 July 2025 was a pass, although the earlier record includes 7 failures that buyers may want to investigate.
Across all tests, the most frequently flagged areas are: Brakes (23 issues), Lighting (14 issues), Tyres (12 issues), Windscreen (6 issues), Steering (3 issues). Repeated mentions in one area can indicate an ongoing pattern worth checking in person.
In total 45 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: “Parking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))”; “Parking brake lever has excessive movement indicating incorrect adjustment (1.1.6 (c))”; “Offside Parking brake inoperative on one side (1.4.1 (a))”.
WF54 FCA Mileage History
- 13/09/200742,045 mi
- 04/09/200849,794 mi+7,749 mi
- 07/09/200957,282 mi+7,488 mi
- 17/08/201063,513 mi+6,231 mi
- 18/08/201169,419 mi+5,906 mi
- 22/08/201275,635 mi+6,216 mi
- 29/06/201380,447 mi+4,812 mi
- 03/07/201380,485 mi+38 mi
- 19/06/201490,821 mi+10,336 mi
- 19/06/201490,823 mi+2 mi
- 02/07/2015103,460 mi+12,637 mi
- 28/06/2016114,843 mi+11,383 mi
- 28/06/2017126,569 mi+11,726 mi
- 19/06/2018134,432 mi+7,863 mi
- 25/06/2019139,248 mi+4,816 mi
- 07/07/2020143,363 mi+4,115 mi
- 07/07/2020143,365 mi+2 mi
- 28/06/2021146,574 mi+3,209 mi
- 14/06/2022150,912 mi+4,338 mi
- 15/06/2022150,916 mi+4 mi
- 27/06/2023156,714 mi+5,798 mi
- 27/06/2023156,714 mi
- 02/07/2024159,438 mi+2,724 mi
- 08/07/2024159,489 mi+51 mi
- 11/07/2024159,489 mi
- 14/07/2025160,679 mi+1,190 mi
Average of roughly 6,652 miles per year across 26 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
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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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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