2006 Volvo V50 2.0L Diesel · FY06 PPV
2006 Volvo V50 (2.0L, diesel). First registered 31 Mar 2006. Recorded mileage 177,120 miles. MOT expired on 08 Feb 2024.
- Make & Model
- VOLVO V50
- Year / Origin
- 2006 · Lincoln
- Safety Recall
- Unknown
- MOT Status
- Expired on 08 Feb 2024
- Road Tax
- —
- Recorded Mileage
- 177,120 mi
- ULEZ Compliance
- Non-Compliant (Pre-Euro 6 Diesel)
- Fuel & Engine
- Diesel · 2.0L
- Reliability Guide
- Common Faults
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FY06 PPV Key Findings
- 21 MOT tests recorded
- Latest MOT passed on 09/02/2023
- 177,120 miles recorded at latest MOT
- 7 historical MOT failures
- 9 defects noted at the latest MOT
- Recurring suspension items (35 mentions)
Derived directly from the recorded DVSA and DVLA data shown on this page.
FY06 PPV MOT History
Interpretation generated from the recorded test data above — not an official DVSA statement and not a substitute for an independent inspection.
21 MOT tests are recorded for this 2006 Volvo V50 (FY06 PPV) between March 2009 and February 2023.
The record contains 14 passes and 7 failures.
The most recent test on 09 February 2023 was a pass, although the earlier record includes 7 failures that buyers may want to investigate.
Across all tests, the most frequently flagged areas are: Suspension (35 issues), Lighting (30 issues), Brakes (25 issues), Tyres (16 issues), Exhaust & Emissions (10 issues). Repeated mentions in one area can indicate an ongoing pattern worth checking in person.
In total 103 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 Headlamp light intensity severely reduced (4.1.4 (a))”; “Offside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))”; “Front Exhaust emissions likely to be affected by an exhaust leak flexi (8.2.2.1 (b))”.
FY06 PPV Mileage History
- 13/03/200929,143 mi
- 22/03/201038,971 mi+9,828 mi
- 14/03/201150,189 mi+11,218 mi
- 12/03/201259,003 mi+8,814 mi
- 26/03/201369,856 mi+10,853 mi
- 23/06/201483,190 mi+13,334 mi
- 23/06/201483,190 mi
- 16/06/201593,930 mi+10,740 mi
- 16/06/201593,930 mi
- 06/06/2016102,941 mi+9,011 mi
- 13/06/2017114,629 mi+11,688 mi
- 13/06/2017114,629 mi
- 20/06/2018126,540 mi+11,911 mi
- 20/06/2018126,540 mi
- 17/06/2019138,884 mi+12,344 mi
- 20/06/2019138,884 mi
- 16/12/2020155,374 mi+16,490 mi
- 03/02/2022165,504 mi+10,130 mi
- 08/02/2022165,504 mi
- 26/01/2023176,193 mi+10,689 mi
- 09/02/2023177,120 mi+927 mi
Average of roughly 10,637 miles per year across 21 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: 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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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
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