2006 Volvo V50 1.8L Petrol · FG56 BTY
2006 Volvo V50 (1.8L, petrol). First registered 29/09/2006. Recorded mileage 136,895 miles. MOT status: Failed.
- Make & Model
- VOLVO V50
- Year / Origin
- 2006 · Nottingham
- MOT Status
- Failed
- Road Tax
- —
- Recorded Mileage
- 136,895 mi
- ULEZ Compliance
- ULEZ Compliant (Euro 4+)
- Fuel & Engine
- Petrol · 1.8L
- Reliability Guide
- Common Faults
- Fuel Type
- Petrol
- Year
- 2006
- Engine
- 1798cc
FG56 BTY Key Findings
- 1 MOT test recorded
- Latest MOT failed on 22/04/2022
- 136,895 miles recorded at latest MOT
- 1 historical MOT failure
Derived directly from the recorded DVSA and DVLA data shown on this page.
MOT Roadworthiness: Poor
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.
FG56 BTY MOT History
Interpretation generated from the recorded test data above — not an official DVSA statement and not a substitute for an independent inspection.
1 MOT test are recorded for this 2006 Volvo V50 (FG56 BTY) between April 2022 and April 2022.
The record contains 0 passes and 1 failure.
The most recent test on 22 April 2022 was a fail; the vehicle has not passed its last recorded MOT.
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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