2006 Volvo V50 1.8L Petrol · RV56 AGO
2006 Volvo V50 (1.8L, petrol). First registered 06/09/2006. Recorded mileage 144,518 miles. MOT status: Expired.
- Make & Model
- VOLVO V50
- Year / Origin
- 2006 · Reading
- Safety Recall
- Unknown
- MOT Status
- Valid until 09/10/2023
- Road Tax
- —
- Recorded Mileage
- 144,518 mi
- ULEZ Compliance
- ULEZ Compliant (Euro 4+)
- Fuel & Engine
- Petrol · 1.8L
- Reliability Guide
- Common Faults
- Fuel Type
- Petrol
- Year
- 2006
- Engine
- 1798cc
RV56 AGO Key Findings
- 4 MOT tests recorded
- Latest MOT failed on 10/10/2023
- 144,518 miles recorded at latest MOT
- 2 historical MOT failures
- 8 defects noted at the latest MOT
- Recurring exhaust & emissions items (4 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.
RV56 AGO Mileage History
- 11/10/2021127,779 mi
- 11/10/2022139,735 mi+11,956 mi
- 11/10/2022139,735 mi
- 10/10/2023144,518 mi+4,783 mi
Average of roughly 8,387 miles per year across 4 recorded odometer readings.
RV56 AGO 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 2006 Volvo V50 (RV56 AGO) between October 2021 and October 2023.
The record contains 2 passes and 2 failures.
The most recent test on 10 October 2023 was a fail; the vehicle has not passed its last recorded MOT.
Across all tests, the most frequently flagged areas are: Exhaust & Emissions (4 issues), Tyres (2 issues), Lighting (2 issues), Suspension (2 issues). Repeated mentions in one area can indicate an ongoing pattern worth checking in person.
In total 2 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: “Nearside Front Inner Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn wish bone (5.3.4 (a) (i))”; “Offside Front Inner Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn wish bone (5.3.4 (a) (i))”; “Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (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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