What is the accident rate for the Volvo V50?

The Volvo V50 has an accident rate of 30.2% based on 258 vehicles analyzed from 2005–2011. The salvage rate is 1.2% and the total loss rate is 0.8%.

Is the Volvo V50 reliable?

The Volvo V50 has an odometer issue rate of 1.2%, a frame damage rate of 7.4%, and an average of 2.6 owners. The theft rate is 0.0%.

Volvo V50 Statistics

258 vehicles analyzed (2005–2011)

Last updated: May 2026

The Volvo V50 has an accident rate of 30.2% based on 258 vehicles analyzed from 2005 to 2011. The salvage title rate is 1.2% and the total loss rate is 0.8%. Average mileage is 115,677 miles with 2.6 owners on average.

Safety & Risk Profile

30.2%

Accident Rate

0.8%

Total Loss Rate

7.4%

Frame Damage

1.2%

Salvage Title

1.2%

Odometer Issues

Ownership Data

Avg Owners2.6

Avg Mileage115,677 mi

Common Specs

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Accident Rate Over Time

Year-by-Year Breakdown

Year	Vehicles	Accident Rate
2005 Volvo V50	38	34.2%
2006 Volvo V50	34	26.5%
2007 Volvo V50	39	20.5%
2008 Volvo V50	41	34.1%
2009 Volvo V50	27	25.9%
2010 Volvo V50	50	30.0%
2011 Volvo V50	29	41.4%

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