2007 Volvo V50 1.6L Diesel · DA03 BBA
2007 Volvo V50 (1.6L, diesel). First registered 20/09/2007. Recorded mileage 171,768 miles. MOT status: Expired.
- Make & Model
- VOLVO V50
- Year / Origin
- 2007 · Chester
- MOT Status
- Valid until 16/05/2026
- Road Tax
- —
- Recorded Mileage
- 171,768 mi
- ULEZ Compliance
- Non-Compliant (Pre-Euro 6 Diesel)
- Fuel & Engine
- Diesel · 1.6L
- Reliability Guide
- Common Faults
- Fuel Type
- Diesel
- Year
- 2007
- Engine
- 1560cc
DA03 BBA Key Findings
- 5 MOT tests recorded
- Latest MOT passed on 17/05/2025
- 171,768 miles recorded at latest MOT
- 2 historical MOT failures
- No defects recorded at the latest MOT
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.
DA03 BBA Mileage History
- 03/04/2023150,296 mi
- 06/04/2023150,309 mi+13 mi
- 09/05/2024162,597 mi+12,288 mi
- 14/05/2025171,755 mi+9,158 mi
- 17/05/2025171,768 mi+13 mi
Average of roughly 10,119 miles per year across 5 recorded odometer readings.
DA03 BBA 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 (DA03 BBA) between April 2023 and May 2025.
The record contains 3 passes and 2 failures.
The most recent test on 17 May 2025 was a pass, although the earlier record includes 2 failures that buyers may want to investigate.
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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