2007 Volvo V50 2.0L Diesel · BT57 YMX
2007 Volvo V50 (2.0L, diesel). First registered 17/12/2007. Recorded mileage 163,273 miles. MOT status: Expired.
- Make & Model
- VOLVO V50
- Year / Origin
- 2007 · Birmingham
- MOT Status
- Valid until 09/01/2026
- Road Tax
- —
- Recorded Mileage
- 163,273 mi
- ULEZ Compliance
- Non-Compliant (Pre-Euro 6 Diesel)
- Fuel & Engine
- Diesel · 2.0L
- Reliability Guide
- Common Faults
- Fuel Type
- Diesel
- Year
- 2007
- Engine
- 1997cc
BT57 YMX Key Findings
- 20 MOT tests recorded
- Latest MOT passed on 08/01/2025
- 163,273 miles recorded at latest MOT
- 6 historical MOT failures
- No defects recorded at the latest MOT
- Recurring tyres items (14 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.
BT57 YMX Mileage History
- 17/12/201058,091 mi
- 17/12/201058,091 mi
- 16/12/201162,679 mi+4,588 mi
- 04/01/201373,445 mi+10,766 mi
- 02/01/201486,869 mi+13,424 mi
- 02/01/201486,869 mi
- 24/01/201598,450 mi+11,581 mi
- 02/02/2016103,923 mi+5,473 mi
- 04/01/2018114,074 mi+10,151 mi
- 04/01/2018114,074 mi
- 03/01/2019119,738 mi+5,664 mi
- 07/01/2020125,447 mi+5,709 mi
- 07/01/2021134,682 mi+9,235 mi
- 20/12/2021140,189 mi+5,507 mi
- 20/12/2021140,189 mi
- 05/01/2023147,979 mi+7,790 mi
- 10/01/2023147,981 mi+2 mi
- 05/01/2024157,499 mi+9,518 mi
- 07/01/2025163,271 mi+5,772 mi
- 08/01/2025163,273 mi+2 mi
Average of roughly 7,480 miles per year across 20 recorded odometer readings.
BT57 YMX MOT History
Interpretation generated from the recorded test data above — not an official DVSA statement and not a substitute for an independent inspection.
20 MOT tests are recorded for this 2007 Volvo V50 (BT57 YMX) between December 2010 and January 2025.
The record contains 14 passes and 6 failures.
The most recent test on 08 January 2025 was a pass, although the earlier record includes 6 failures that buyers may want to investigate.
Across all tests, the most frequently flagged areas are: Tyres (14 issues), Brakes (14 issues), Suspension (14 issues), Lighting (11 issues), Exhaust & Emissions (2 issues). Repeated mentions in one area can indicate an ongoing pattern worth checking in person.
In total 41 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 Service brake excessively fluctuating (1.2.1 (e))”; “Rear Brakes imbalanced across an axle (1.2.1 (b) (i))”; “Offside Front Brake disc significantly and obviously worn (1.1.14 (a) (i))”.
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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