2007 Volvo V50 2.0L Diesel · AP56 GPZ
2007 Volvo V50 (2.0L, diesel). First registered 11 Jan 2007. Recorded mileage 157,390 miles. MOT expired on 30 May 2023.
- Make & Model
- VOLVO V50
- Year / Origin
- 2007 · Norwich
- Safety Recall
- Unknown
- MOT Status
- Expired on 30 May 2023
- Road Tax
- —
- Recorded Mileage
- 157,390 mi
- ULEZ Compliance
- Non-Compliant (Pre-Euro 6 Diesel)
- Fuel & Engine
- Diesel · 2.0L
- Reliability Guide
- Common Faults
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AP56 GPZ Key Findings
- 2 MOT tests recorded
- Latest MOT passed on 31/05/2022
- 157,390 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.
AP56 GPZ MOT History
Interpretation generated from the recorded test data above — not an official DVSA statement and not a substitute for an independent inspection.
2 MOT tests are recorded for this 2007 Volvo V50 (AP56 GPZ) between April 2022 and May 2022.
The record contains 1 pass and 1 failure.
The most recent test on 31 May 2022 was a pass, although the earlier record includes 1 failure that buyers may want to investigate.
AP56 GPZ Mileage History
- 08/04/2022157,091 mi
- 31/05/2022157,390 mi+299 mi
Average of roughly 2,065 miles per year across 2 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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