2006 Volvo V50 2.0L Diesel · BF56 CJU
2006 Volvo V50 (2.0L, diesel). First registered 01/09/2006. Recorded mileage 178,981 miles. MOT status: Expired.
- Make & Model
- VOLVO V50
- Year / Origin
- 2006 · Birmingham
- Safety Recall
- Unknown
- MOT Status
- Valid until 25/09/2019
- Road Tax
- Untaxed (05/12/2019)
- Recorded Mileage
- 178,981 mi
- ULEZ Compliance
- Non-Compliant (Pre-Euro 6 Diesel)
- Fuel & Engine
- DIESEL · 2.0L
- Reliability Guide
- Common Faults
- Fuel Type
- DIESEL
- Year
- 2006
- Engine
- 1998cc
BF56 CJU Key Findings
- 17 MOT tests recorded
- Latest MOT failed on 27/11/2019
- 178,981 miles recorded at latest MOT
- 7 historical MOT failures
- 5 defects noted at the latest MOT
- Recurring tyres items (27 mentions)
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.
BF56 CJU Mileage History
- 24/11/200954,060 mi
- 24/11/200954,060 mi
- 30/11/201067,651 mi+13,591 mi
- 01/12/201183,870 mi+16,219 mi
- 01/12/201183,870 mi
- 02/10/201297,905 mi+14,035 mi
- 03/10/201297,905 mi
- 18/11/2013116,627 mi+18,722 mi
- 18/11/2013116,627 mi
- 24/09/2014130,722 mi+14,095 mi
- 03/09/2015144,349 mi+13,627 mi
- 26/09/2016158,650 mi+14,301 mi
- 26/09/2017164,718 mi+6,068 mi
- 26/09/2017164,723 mi+5 mi
- 25/09/2018171,143 mi+6,420 mi
- 26/09/2018171,160 mi+17 mi
- 27/11/2019178,981 mi+7,821 mi
Average of roughly 12,484 miles per year across 17 recorded odometer readings.
BF56 CJU MOT History
Interpretation generated from the recorded test data above — not an official DVSA statement and not a substitute for an independent inspection.
17 MOT tests are recorded for this 2006 Volvo V50 (BF56 CJU) between November 2009 and November 2019.
The record contains 10 passes and 7 failures.
The most recent test on 27 November 2019 was a fail; the vehicle has not passed its last recorded MOT.
Across all tests, the most frequently flagged areas are: Tyres (27 issues), Suspension (9 issues), Lighting (7 issues), Brakes (6 issues), Exhaust & Emissions (6 issues). Repeated mentions in one area can indicate an ongoing pattern worth checking in person.
In total 31 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: “Exhaust emissions exceed manufacturer's specified limit (8.2.2.2 (a))”; “Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))”; “Offside Front Side repeater not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))”.
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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