2006 Volvo V50 2.0L Diesel · BD06 XAY
2006 Volvo V50 (2.0L, diesel). First registered 01/05/2006. Recorded mileage 170,790 miles. MOT valid until 29/01/2027. Taxed until 01/04/2027.
- Make & Model
- VOLVO V50
- Year / Origin
- 2006 · Birmingham
- MOT Status
- Valid until 29/01/2027
- Road Tax
- Taxed (01/04/2027)
- Recorded Mileage
- 170,790 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
BD06 XAY Key Findings
- 5 MOT tests recorded
- Latest MOT passed on 30/01/2026
- 170,790 miles recorded at latest MOT
- 1 historical MOT failure
- 4 defects noted at the latest MOT
- Recurring suspension items (6 mentions)
Derived directly from the recorded DVSA and DVLA data shown on this page.
MOT Roadworthiness: Average
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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.
BD06 XAY Mileage History
- 23/01/2023166,614 mi
- 25/01/2024167,105 mi+491 mi
- 20/01/2025167,815 mi+710 mi
- 21/01/2026170,786 mi+2,971 mi
- 30/01/2026170,790 mi+4 mi
Average of roughly 1,383 miles per year across 5 recorded odometer readings.
BD06 XAY 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 (BD06 XAY) between January 2023 and January 2026.
The record contains 4 passes and 1 failure.
The most recent test on 30 January 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: Suspension (6 issues), Brakes (2 issues), Exhaust & Emissions (2 issues), Lighting (1 issue), Tyres (1 issue). Repeated mentions in one area can indicate an ongoing pattern worth checking in person.
In total 8 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 Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play x/s play (2.1.3 (b) (i))”; “Offside Front Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure badly cracked to cords (5.2.3 (d”; “Offside Front Position lamp not working in op (4.2.1 (a) (ii))”.
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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