2007 Volvo V50 2.0L Diesel · BN07 YDO
2007 Volvo V50 (2.0L, diesel). First registered 27/03/2007. Recorded mileage 145,991 miles. MOT status: Expired.
- Make & Model
- VOLVO V50
- Year / Origin
- 2007 · Birmingham
- Safety Recall
- Unknown
- MOT Status
- Valid until 31/03/2026
- Road Tax
- —
- Recorded Mileage
- 145,991 mi
- ULEZ Compliance
- Non-Compliant (Pre-Euro 6 Diesel)
- Fuel & Engine
- Diesel · 2.0L
- Reliability Guide
- Common Faults
- Fuel Type
- Diesel
- Year
- 2007
- Engine
- 1998cc
BN07 YDO Key Findings
- 5 MOT tests recorded
- Latest MOT passed on 01/04/2025
- 145,991 miles recorded at latest MOT
- 1 historical MOT failure
- 2 defects noted at the latest MOT
- Recurring exhaust & emissions items (4 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.
BN07 YDO Mileage History
- 20/12/2021128,509 mi
- 05/12/2022138,291 mi+9,782 mi
- 19/12/2023144,633 mi+6,342 mi
- 02/04/2024144,651 mi+18 mi
- 01/04/2025145,991 mi+1,340 mi
Average of roughly 5,330 miles per year across 5 recorded odometer readings.
BN07 YDO 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 (BN07 YDO) between December 2021 and April 2025.
The record contains 4 passes and 1 failure.
The most recent test on 01 April 2025 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: Exhaust & Emissions (4 issues), Suspension (4 issues), Lighting (3 issues), Tyres (1 issue). Repeated mentions in one area can indicate an ongoing pattern worth checking in person.
In total 6 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 on a vehicle fitted with a diesel particulate filter emits visible smoke of any colour (8.2.2.2 (d))”; “Exhaust catalytic converter missing where one was fitted as standard (8.2.2.1 (a))”; “Exhaust emissions test not completed because smoke levels are significantly in excess of the specified limit values (8.2”.
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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