2005 Volvo V50 2.0L Diesel · YB05 ECY
2005 Volvo V50 (2.0L, diesel). First registered 24/06/2005. Recorded mileage 149,882 miles. MOT status: Expired.
- Make & Model
- VOLVO V50
- Year / Origin
- 2005 · Leeds
- Safety Recall
- Unknown
- MOT Status
- Valid until 11/07/2024
- Road Tax
- —
- Recorded Mileage
- 149,882 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
YB05 ECY Key Findings
- 4 MOT tests recorded
- Latest MOT passed on 12/07/2023
- 149,882 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
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.
YB05 ECY Mileage History
- 20/06/2022145,765 mi
- 23/06/2022145,765 mi
- 12/07/2023149,881 mi+4,116 mi
- 12/07/2023149,882 mi+1 mi
Average of roughly 3,885 miles per year across 4 recorded odometer readings.
YB05 ECY 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 (YB05 ECY) between June 2022 and July 2023.
The record contains 2 passes and 2 failures.
The most recent test on 12 July 2023 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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