2006 Volvo V50 2.0L Diesel · FV55 UTC
2006 Volvo V50 (2.0L, diesel). First registered 31/01/2006. Recorded mileage 222,049 miles. MOT status: Expired.
- Make & Model
- VOLVO V50
- Year / Origin
- 2006 · Lincoln
- Safety Recall
- Unknown
- MOT Status
- Valid until 13/01/2025
- Road Tax
- —
- Recorded Mileage
- 222,049 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
FV55 UTC Key Findings
- 4 MOT tests recorded
- Latest MOT passed on 08/01/2024
- 222,049 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.
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.
FV55 UTC Mileage History
- 11/01/2022200,094 mi
- 14/01/2022200,094 mi
- 11/01/2023210,811 mi+10,717 mi
- 08/01/2024222,049 mi+11,238 mi
Average of roughly 11,032 miles per year across 4 recorded odometer readings.
FV55 UTC MOT History
Interpretation generated from the recorded test data above — not an official DVSA statement and not a substitute for an independent inspection.
4 MOT tests are recorded for this 2006 Volvo V50 (FV55 UTC) between January 2022 and January 2024.
The record contains 3 passes and 1 failure.
The most recent test on 08 January 2024 was a pass, although the earlier record includes 1 failure that buyers may want to investigate.
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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