2005 Volvo V50 2.0L Diesel · YR05 WLO
2005 Volvo V50 (2.0L, diesel). First registered 31/03/2005. Recorded mileage 147,460 miles. MOT status: Expired.
- Make & Model
- VOLVO V50
- Year / Origin
- 2005 · Sheffield
- MOT Status
- Valid until 17/10/2025
- Road Tax
- —
- Recorded Mileage
- 147,460 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
YR05 WLO Key Findings
- 5 MOT tests recorded
- Latest MOT passed on 11/10/2024
- 147,460 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.
YR05 WLO Mileage History
- 27/09/2022138,801 mi
- 09/10/2023143,512 mi+4,711 mi
- 18/10/2023143,512 mi
- 07/10/2024147,459 mi+3,947 mi
- 11/10/2024147,460 mi+1 mi
Average of roughly 4,246 miles per year across 5 recorded odometer readings.
YR05 WLO 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 (YR05 WLO) between September 2022 and October 2024.
The record contains 3 passes and 2 failures.
The most recent test on 11 October 2024 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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