2005 Volvo V50 2.4L Petrol · YG05 MFO
2005 Volvo V50 (2.4L, petrol). First registered 29/03/2005. Recorded mileage 91,649 miles. MOT status: Expired.
- Make & Model
- VOLVO V50
- Year / Origin
- 2005 · Leeds
- Safety Recall
- Unknown
- MOT Status
- Valid until 19/12/2022
- Road Tax
- —
- Recorded Mileage
- 91,649 mi
- ULEZ Compliance
- Check Required (Pre-Euro 4 Petrol)
- Fuel & Engine
- Petrol · 2.4L
- Reliability Guide
- Common Faults
- Fuel Type
- Petrol
- Year
- 2005
- Engine
- 2435cc
YG05 MFO Key Findings
- 3 MOT tests recorded
- Latest MOT passed on 20/12/2021
- 91,649 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: Poor
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.
YG05 MFO Mileage History
- 29/09/202191,624 mi
- 16/12/202191,646 mi+22 mi
- 20/12/202191,649 mi+3 mi
Average of roughly 111 miles per year across 3 recorded odometer readings.
YG05 MFO 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 2005 Volvo V50 (YG05 MFO) between September 2021 and December 2021.
The record contains 1 pass and 2 failures.
The most recent test on 20 December 2021 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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