2007 Volvo V50 Diesel · AP07 EOZ
2007 Volvo V50 (diesel). First registered 23 Mar 2007. Recorded mileage 197,990 miles. MOT expired on 01 May 2026.
- Make & Model
- VOLVO V50
- Year / Origin
- 2007 · Norwich
- Safety Recall
- Unknown
- MOT Status
- Expired on 01 May 2026
- Road Tax
- —
- Recorded Mileage
- 197,990 mi
- ULEZ Compliance
- Non-Compliant (Pre-Euro 6 Diesel)
- Fuel & Engine
- Diesel
- Reliability Guide
- Common Faults
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AP07 EOZ Key Findings
- 5 MOT tests recorded
- Latest MOT passed on 25/04/2025
- 197,990 miles recorded at latest MOT
- 1 historical MOT failure
- 3 defects noted at the latest MOT
- Recurring tyres items (10 mentions)
Derived directly from the recorded DVSA and DVLA data shown on this page.
AP07 EOZ 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 2007 Volvo V50 (AP07 EOZ) between January 2022 and April 2025.
The record contains 4 passes and 1 failure.
The most recent test on 25 April 2025 was a pass, although the earlier record includes 1 failure that buyers may want to investigate.
Across all tests, the most frequently flagged areas are: Tyres (10 issues), Suspension (10 issues), Lighting (3 issues), Brakes (1 issue). Repeated mentions in one area can indicate an ongoing pattern worth checking in person.
In total 21 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 Rear Anti-roll bar linkage insecurely attached (5.3.3 (a) (i))”.
AP07 EOZ Mileage History
- 07/01/2022147,420 mi
- 07/01/2022147,420 mi
- 06/01/2023151,349 mi+3,929 mi
- 03/05/2024169,099 mi+17,750 mi
- 25/04/2025197,990 mi+28,891 mi
Average of roughly 15,342 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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