2006 Volvo V50 2.0L Diesel · DL06 NFC
2006 Volvo V50 (2.0L, diesel). First registered 30 Mar 2006. Recorded mileage 226,408 miles. MOT expired on 29 Mar 2026.
- Make & Model
- VOLVO V50
- Year / Origin
- 2006 · Shrewsbury
- Safety Recall
- Unknown
- MOT Status
- Expired on 29 Mar 2026
- Road Tax
- —
- Recorded Mileage
- 226,408 mi
- ULEZ Compliance
- Non-Compliant (Pre-Euro 6 Diesel)
- Fuel & Engine
- Diesel · 2.0L
- Reliability Guide
- Common Faults
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DL06 NFC Key Findings
- 5 MOT tests recorded
- Latest MOT failed on 06/07/2026
- 226,408 miles recorded at latest MOT
- 2 historical MOT failures
- 13 defects noted at the latest MOT
- Recurring suspension items (9 mentions)
Derived directly from the recorded DVSA and DVLA data shown on this page.
DL06 NFC 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 (DL06 NFC) between March 2023 and July 2026.
The record contains 3 passes and 2 failures.
The most recent test on 06 July 2026 was a fail; the vehicle has not passed its last recorded MOT.
Across all tests, the most frequently flagged areas are: Suspension (9 issues), Lighting (4 issues), Tyres (2 issues), Brakes (2 issues), Bodywork (1 issue). Repeated mentions in one area can indicate an ongoing pattern worth checking in person.
In total 15 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: “Front Brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened BOTH FRONT (1.1.14 (a) (ii))”; “Offside Front Tyre not fitted in accordance with side wall instructions (5.2.3 (i))”; “Offside Front Road wheel fixing missing (5.2.1 (a) (i))”.
DL06 NFC Mileage History
- 02/03/2023214,425 mi
- 23/02/2024217,495 mi+3,070 mi
- 21/03/2025221,531 mi+4,036 mi
- 31/03/2025221,648 mi+117 mi
- 06/07/2026226,408 mi+4,760 mi
Average of roughly 3,582 miles per year across 5 recorded odometer readings.
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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.
MOT Roadworthiness: Poor
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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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