2006 Volvo V50 2.0L Diesel · NB06 VNF
2006 Volvo V50 (2.0L, diesel). First registered 13/03/2006. Recorded mileage 137,090 miles. MOT status: Expired.
- Make & Model
- VOLVO V50
- Year / Origin
- 2006 · Newcastle
- Safety Recall
- Unknown
- MOT Status
- Valid until 25/11/2025
- Road Tax
- —
- Recorded Mileage
- 137,090 mi
- ULEZ Compliance
- Non-Compliant (Pre-Euro 6 Diesel)
- Fuel & Engine
- Diesel · 2.0L
- Reliability Guide
- Common Faults
- Fuel Type
- Diesel
- Year
- 2006
- Engine
- 1997cc
NB06 VNF Key Findings
- 5 MOT tests recorded
- Latest MOT passed on 26/11/2024
- 137,090 miles recorded at latest MOT
- 2 historical MOT failures
- 4 defects noted at the latest MOT
- Recurring lighting items (8 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.
NB06 VNF Mileage History
- 01/11/2022112,945 mi
- 30/10/2023128,170 mi+15,225 mi
- 31/10/2023128,171 mi+1 mi
- 31/10/2024136,950 mi+8,779 mi
- 26/11/2024137,090 mi+140 mi
Average of roughly 11,668 miles per year across 5 recorded odometer readings.
NB06 VNF 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 2006 Volvo V50 (NB06 VNF) between November 2022 and November 2024.
The record contains 3 passes and 2 failures.
The most recent test on 26 November 2024 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: Lighting (8 issues), Brakes (6 issues), Tyres (6 issues), Suspension (3 issues), Exhaust & Emissions (3 issues). Repeated mentions in one area can indicate an ongoing pattern worth checking in person.
In total 17 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: “Power steering inoperative (2.1.5 (c) (i))”; “Offside Rear Shock absorbers has negligible damping effect (5.3.2 (d))”; “Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))”.
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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