2006 Volvo V50 2.0L Diesel · DN55 LGJ
2006 Volvo V50 (2.0L, diesel). First registered 16/02/2006. Recorded mileage 302,977 miles. MOT valid until 20/06/2027.
- Make & Model
- VOLVO V50
- Year / Origin
- 2006 · Shrewsbury
- Safety Recall
- Unknown
- MOT Status
- Valid until 20/06/2027
- Road Tax
- —
- Recorded Mileage
- 302,977 mi
- ULEZ Compliance
- Non-Compliant (Pre-Euro 6 Diesel)
- Fuel & Engine
- Diesel · 2.0L
- Reliability Guide
- Common Faults
- Fuel Type
- Diesel
- Year
- 2006
- Engine
- 1998cc
DN55 LGJ Key Findings
- 5 MOT tests recorded
- Latest MOT passed on 22/06/2026
- 302,977 miles recorded at latest MOT
- 2 historical MOT failures
- 5 defects noted at the latest MOT
- Recurring lighting items (9 mentions)
Derived directly from the recorded DVSA and DVLA data shown on this page.
MOT Roadworthiness: 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.
DN55 LGJ Mileage History
- 12/06/2024290,555 mi
- 09/06/2025298,577 mi+8,022 mi
- 11/06/2025298,577 mi
- 12/06/2026302,967 mi+4,390 mi
- 22/06/2026302,977 mi+10 mi
Average of roughly 6,130 miles per year across 5 recorded odometer readings.
DN55 LGJ 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 (DN55 LGJ) between June 2024 and June 2026.
The record contains 3 passes and 2 failures.
The most recent test on 22 June 2026 was a pass, although the earlier record includes 2 failures that buyers may want to investigate.
Across all tests, the most frequently flagged areas are: Lighting (9 issues), Suspension (5 issues), Tyres (4 issues), Windscreen (4 issues), Steering (4 issues). Repeated mentions in one area can indicate an ongoing pattern worth checking in person.
In total 26 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: “Nearside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn FRONT LOWER ARM INNER BUSH (5.3.4 (a) (i))”; “Nearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn front inner bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))”; “Nearside Headlamp light intensity severely reduced dipped beam (4.1.4 (a))”.
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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