2006 Volvo V50 2.0L Diesel · FH06 VCY
2006 Volvo V50 (2.0L, diesel). First registered 01 Jun 2006. Recorded mileage 185,431 miles. MOT expired on 23 Jun 2026. Taxed until 01 Nov 2026.
- Make & Model
- VOLVO V50
- Year / Origin
- 2006 · Nottingham
- Safety Recall
- Unknown
- MOT Status
- Expired on 23 Jun 2026
- Road Tax
- Taxed (01 Nov 2026)
- Recorded Mileage
- 185,431 mi
- ULEZ Compliance
- Non-Compliant (Pre-Euro 6 Diesel)
- Fuel & Engine
- DIESEL · 2.0L
- Reliability Guide
- Common Faults
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FH06 VCY Key Findings
- 5 MOT tests recorded
- Latest MOT passed on 27/05/2025
- 185,431 miles recorded at latest MOT
- 1 historical MOT failure
- No defects recorded at the latest MOT
Derived directly from the recorded DVSA and DVLA data shown on this page.
FH06 VCY 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 (FH06 VCY) between June 2022 and May 2025.
The record contains 4 passes and 1 failure.
The most recent test on 27 May 2025 was a pass, although the earlier record includes 1 failure that buyers may want to investigate.
FH06 VCY Mileage History
- 14/06/2022181,326 mi
- 15/06/2022181,329 mi+3 mi
- 08/06/2023182,659 mi+1,330 mi
- 05/06/2024183,910 mi+1,251 mi
- 27/05/2025185,431 mi+1,521 mi
Average of roughly 1,391 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: Average
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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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