2005 Volvo V50 2.0L Diesel · WR55 KAO
2005 Volvo V50 (2.0L, diesel). First registered 01/12/2005. Recorded mileage 115,759 miles. MOT valid until 03/11/2026. Taxed until 01/12/2026.
- Make & Model
- VOLVO V50
- Year / Origin
- 2005 · Bristol
- MOT Status
- Valid until 03/11/2026
- Road Tax
- Taxed (01/12/2026)
- Recorded Mileage
- 115,759 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
WR55 KAO Key Findings
- 5 MOT tests recorded
- Latest MOT passed on 04/11/2025
- 115,759 miles recorded at latest MOT
- 1 historical MOT failure
- No defects recorded at the latest MOT
- Recurring tyres items (2 mentions)
Derived directly from the recorded DVSA and DVLA data shown on this page.
MOT Roadworthiness: Good
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.
WR55 KAO Mileage History
- 19/10/2022109,808 mi
- 23/10/2023111,522 mi+1,714 mi
- 17/10/2024113,699 mi+2,177 mi
- 31/10/2025115,757 mi+2,058 mi
- 04/11/2025115,759 mi+2 mi
Average of roughly 1,955 miles per year across 5 recorded odometer readings.
WR55 KAO 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 (WR55 KAO) between October 2022 and November 2025.
The record contains 4 passes and 1 failure.
The most recent test on 04 November 2025 was a pass, although the earlier record includes 1 failure that buyers may want to investigate.
Across all tests, the most frequently flagged areas are: Tyres (2 issues), Suspension (2 issues). Repeated mentions in one area can indicate an ongoing pattern worth checking in person.
In total 3 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: “Offside Front Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))”.
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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