2006 Volvo V50 1.8L Petrol · EK06 MTE
2006 Volvo V50 (1.8L, petrol). First registered 30 Mar 2006. Recorded mileage 137,355 miles. MOT expired on 06 Jul 2025.
- Make & Model
- VOLVO V50
- Year / Origin
- 2006 · Chelmsford
- Safety Recall
- Unknown
- MOT Status
- Expired on 06 Jul 2025
- Road Tax
- —
- Recorded Mileage
- 137,355 mi
- ULEZ Compliance
- ULEZ Compliant (Euro 4+)
- Fuel & Engine
- Petrol · 1.8L
- Reliability Guide
- Common Faults
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EK06 MTE Key Findings
- 5 MOT tests recorded
- Latest MOT failed on 04/08/2025
- 137,355 miles recorded at latest MOT
- 3 historical MOT failures
Derived directly from the recorded DVSA and DVLA data shown on this page.
EK06 MTE 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 (EK06 MTE) between June 2023 and August 2025.
The record contains 2 passes and 3 failures.
The most recent test on 04 August 2025 was a fail; the vehicle has not passed its last recorded MOT.
EK06 MTE Mileage History
- 28/06/2023116,128 mi
- 28/06/2023116,128 mi
- 25/06/2024125,993 mi+9,865 mi
- 01/07/2024126,148 mi+155 mi
- 04/08/2025137,355 mi+11,207 mi
Average of roughly 10,093 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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