2007 Volvo V50 1.8L Petrol · AV57 RMU
2007 Volvo V50 (1.8L, petrol). First registered 19/10/2007. Recorded mileage 157,314 miles. MOT valid until 23/07/2027.
- Make & Model
- VOLVO V50
- Year / Origin
- 2007 · Ipswich
- Safety Recall
- Unknown
- MOT Status
- Valid until 23/07/2027
- Road Tax
- —
- Recorded Mileage
- 157,314 mi
- ULEZ Compliance
- ULEZ Compliant (Euro 4+)
- Fuel & Engine
- Petrol · 1.8L
- Reliability Guide
- Common Faults
- Fuel Type
- Petrol
- Year
- 2007
- Engine
- 1798cc
AV57 RMU Key Findings
- 5 MOT tests recorded
- Latest MOT passed on 16/07/2026
- 157,314 miles recorded at latest MOT
- 1 historical MOT failure
- 3 defects noted at the latest MOT
- Recurring lighting items (9 mentions)
Derived directly from the recorded DVSA and DVLA data shown on this page.
MOT Roadworthiness: Good
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.
AV57 RMU Mileage History
- 06/07/2023107,627 mi
- 23/07/2024127,372 mi+19,745 mi
- 23/07/2024127,372 mi
- 24/07/2025142,434 mi+15,062 mi
- 16/07/2026157,314 mi+14,880 mi
Average of roughly 16,409 miles per year across 5 recorded odometer readings.
AV57 RMU 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 (AV57 RMU) between July 2023 and July 2026.
The record contains 4 passes and 1 failure.
The most recent test on 16 July 2026 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: Lighting (9 issues), Exhaust & Emissions (2 issues), Suspension (2 issues), Brakes (1 issue), Tyres (1 issue). Repeated mentions in one area can indicate an ongoing pattern worth checking in person.
In total 16 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: “Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases Leaking from front pipe join (6.1.2 (a))”; “Exhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))”.
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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