2007 Volvo V50 2.0L Diesel · GJ57 AEV
2007 Volvo V50 (2.0L, diesel). First registered 29/11/2007. Recorded mileage 152,203 miles. MOT status: Expired.
- Make & Model
- VOLVO V50
- Year / Origin
- 2007 · Maidstone
- MOT Status
- Valid until 18/04/2024
- Road Tax
- Untaxed (29/02/2024)
- Recorded Mileage
- 152,203 mi
- ULEZ Compliance
- Non-Compliant (Pre-Euro 6 Diesel)
- Fuel & Engine
- Diesel · 2.0L
- Reliability Guide
- Common Faults
- Fuel Type
- Diesel
- Year
- 2007
- Engine
- 1998cc
GJ57 AEV Key Findings
- 4 MOT tests recorded
- Latest MOT passed on 20/04/2023
- 152,203 miles recorded at latest MOT
- 2 historical MOT failures
- 2 defects noted at the latest MOT
- Recurring brakes items (5 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.
GJ57 AEV Mileage History
- 14/04/2022140,274 mi
- 19/04/2022140,274 mi
- 19/04/2023152,203 mi+11,929 mi
- 20/04/2023152,203 mi
Average of roughly 11,744 miles per year across 4 recorded odometer readings.
GJ57 AEV 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 2007 Volvo V50 (GJ57 AEV) between April 2022 and April 2023.
The record contains 2 passes and 2 failures.
The most recent test on 20 April 2023 was a pass, although the earlier record includes 2 failures that buyers may want to investigate.
Across all tests, the most frequently flagged areas are: Brakes (5 issues), Lighting (4 issues), Tyres (3 issues), Steering (2 issues). Repeated mentions in one area can indicate an ongoing pattern worth checking in person.
In total 5 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: “Offside Front Steering rack has excessive free play detected at the steering wheel (steering rack fitted) (2.3 (a) (i))”; “Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))”; “Rear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2 (1.2.1 (b) (i))”.
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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