2006 Volvo V50 2.0L Diesel · DU06 HTX
2006 Volvo V50 (2.0L, diesel). First registered 01/03/2006. Recorded mileage 114,869 miles. MOT status: Expired.
- Make & Model
- VOLVO V50
- Year / Origin
- 2006 · Shrewsbury
- MOT Status
- Valid until 12/08/2019
- Road Tax
- Untaxed (10/05/2019)
- Recorded Mileage
- 114,869 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
DU06 HTX Key Findings
- 12 MOT tests recorded
- Latest MOT passed on 13/08/2018
- 114,869 miles recorded at latest MOT
- 1 historical MOT failure
- 2 defects noted at the latest MOT
- Recurring tyres items (6 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.
DU06 HTX Mileage History
- 20/02/200931,642 mi
- 19/02/201043,505 mi+11,863 mi
- 11/08/201047,862 mi+4,357 mi
- 02/08/201159,277 mi+11,415 mi
- 23/07/201269,328 mi+10,051 mi
- 15/07/201378,821 mi+9,493 mi
- 29/07/201491,114 mi+12,293 mi
- 27/07/201599,866 mi+8,752 mi
- 27/07/201599,866 mi
- 08/08/2016104,169 mi+4,303 mi
- 26/07/2017108,281 mi+4,112 mi
- 13/08/2018114,869 mi+6,588 mi
Average of roughly 8,783 miles per year across 12 recorded odometer readings.
DU06 HTX MOT History
Interpretation generated from the recorded test data above — not an official DVSA statement and not a substitute for an independent inspection.
12 MOT tests are recorded for this 2006 Volvo V50 (DU06 HTX) between February 2009 and August 2018.
The record contains 11 passes and 1 failure.
The most recent test on 13 August 2018 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: Tyres (6 issues), Brakes (4 issues), Suspension (3 issues), Windscreen (1 issue), Lighting (1 issue). Repeated mentions in one area can indicate an ongoing pattern worth checking in person.
In total 10 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 Front Tyre not fitted in accordance with side wall instructions (4.1.D.1f)”; “Nearside Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)”.
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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