2006 Volvo V50 2.0L Diesel · AV56 EKF
2006 Volvo V50 (2.0L, diesel). First registered 02/09/2006. Recorded mileage 149,113 miles. MOT status: Expired.
- Make & Model
- VOLVO V50
- Year / Origin
- 2006 · Ipswich
- Safety Recall
- Unknown
- MOT Status
- Valid until 09/04/2026
- Road Tax
- —
- Recorded Mileage
- 149,113 mi
- ULEZ Compliance
- Non-Compliant (Pre-Euro 6 Diesel)
- Fuel & Engine
- Diesel · 2.0L
- Reliability Guide
- Common Faults
- Fuel Type
- Diesel
- Year
- 2006
- Engine
- 1998cc
AV56 EKF Key Findings
- 28 MOT tests recorded
- Latest MOT passed on 11/04/2025
- 149,113 miles recorded at latest MOT
- 10 historical MOT failures
- 6 defects noted at the latest MOT
- Recurring brakes items (28 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.
AV56 EKF Mileage History
- 17/08/200935,836 mi
- 19/08/201044,865 mi+9,029 mi
- 19/08/201152,289 mi+7,424 mi
- 23/08/201260,223 mi+7,934 mi
- 20/08/201368,110 mi+7,887 mi
- 25/03/201474,803 mi+6,693 mi
- 25/03/201474,803 mi
- 27/10/201489,602 mi+14,799 mi
- 29/10/201489,604 mi+2 mi
- 15/10/201594,083 mi+4,479 mi
- 29/03/201695,653 mi+1,570 mi
- 27/03/2017104,438 mi+8,785 mi
- 28/03/2017104,438 mi
- 28/03/2018110,452 mi+6,014 mi
- 21/03/2019114,939 mi+4,487 mi
- 22/03/2019114,941 mi+2 mi
- 20/03/2020121,958 mi+7,017 mi
- 20/03/2020121,958 mi
- 17/03/2021124,310 mi+2,352 mi
- 17/03/2021124,310 mi
- 22/03/2022128,116 mi+3,806 mi
- 01/04/2022128,116 mi
- 28/03/2023134,367 mi+6,251 mi
- 28/03/2023134,368 mi+1 mi
- 25/03/2024141,817 mi+7,449 mi
- 26/03/2024141,817 mi
- 25/03/2025149,108 mi+7,291 mi
- 11/04/2025149,113 mi+5 mi
Average of roughly 7,238 miles per year across 28 recorded odometer readings.
AV56 EKF MOT History
Interpretation generated from the recorded test data above — not an official DVSA statement and not a substitute for an independent inspection.
28 MOT tests are recorded for this 2006 Volvo V50 (AV56 EKF) between August 2009 and April 2025.
The record contains 18 passes and 10 failures.
The most recent test on 11 April 2025 was a pass, although the earlier record includes 10 failures that buyers may want to investigate.
Across all tests, the most frequently flagged areas are: Brakes (28 issues), Suspension (18 issues), Tyres (16 issues), Lighting (9 issues), Exhaust & Emissions (9 issues). Repeated mentions in one area can indicate an ongoing pattern worth checking in person.
In total 61 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 Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt ”; “Electronic stability control warning lamp indicates a fault (7.12 (e))”; “Nearside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (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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