2006 Volvo V50 2.0L Diesel · A22 SOT
2006 Volvo V50 (2.0L, diesel). First registered 14 Sept 2006. Recorded mileage 146,497 miles. MOT expired on 30 Jul 2026.
- Make & Model
- VOLVO V50
- Year / Origin
- 2006 · Peterborough
- Safety Recall
- Unknown
- MOT Status
- Expired on 30 Jul 2026
- Road Tax
- —
- Recorded Mileage
- 146,497 mi
- ULEZ Compliance
- Non-Compliant (Pre-Euro 6 Diesel)
- Fuel & Engine
- Diesel · 2.0L
- Reliability Guide
- Common Faults
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A22 SOT Key Findings
- 5 MOT tests recorded
- Latest MOT passed on 04/07/2025
- 146,497 miles recorded at latest MOT
- 1 historical MOT failure
- No defects recorded at the latest MOT
Derived directly from the recorded DVSA and DVLA data shown on this page.
A22 SOT 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 (A22 SOT) between July 2022 and July 2025.
The record contains 4 passes and 1 failure.
The most recent test on 04 July 2025 was a pass, although the earlier record includes 1 failure that buyers may want to investigate.
A22 SOT Mileage History
- 21/07/2022127,153 mi
- 17/07/2023133,098 mi+5,945 mi
- 31/07/2024139,056 mi+5,958 mi
- 04/07/2025146,497 mi+7,441 mi
- 04/07/2025146,497 mi
Average of roughly 6,548 miles per year across 5 recorded odometer readings.
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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.
MOT Roadworthiness: Below Average
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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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- Tailgate wiring and latch faultsModerate
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 dieselsModerate
Urban-driven diesel V50s soot up their EGR and DPF systems, leading to hesitation, smoke and warning lights.
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