2007 Volvo V50 2.0L Diesel · BK07 UHD
2007 Volvo V50 (2.0L, diesel). First registered 31 Mar 2007. Recorded mileage 189,274 miles. MOT expired on 27 Nov 2025.
- Make & Model
- VOLVO V50
- Year / Origin
- 2007 · Birmingham
- Safety Recall
- Unknown
- MOT Status
- Expired on 27 Nov 2025
- Road Tax
- —
- Recorded Mileage
- 189,274 mi
- ULEZ Compliance
- Non-Compliant (Pre-Euro 6 Diesel)
- Fuel & Engine
- Diesel · 2.0L
- Reliability Guide
- Common Faults
BK07 UHD Key Findings
- 5 MOT tests recorded
- Latest MOT failed on 28/11/2025
- 189,274 miles recorded at latest MOT
- 1 historical MOT failure
Derived directly from the recorded DVSA and DVLA data shown on this page.
MOT Roadworthiness: Below 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.
BK07 UHD Mileage History
- 20/12/2021150,939 mi
- 16/12/2022156,046 mi+5,107 mi
- 16/12/2023161,530 mi+5,484 mi
- 28/11/2024166,579 mi+5,049 mi
- 28/11/2025189,274 mi+22,695 mi
Average of roughly 9,729 miles per year across 5 recorded odometer readings.
BK07 UHD 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 (BK07 UHD) between December 2021 and November 2025.
The record contains 4 passes and 1 failure.
The most recent test on 28 November 2025 was a fail; the vehicle has not passed its last recorded MOT.
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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