2007 Volvo V50 2.0L Diesel · GK07 XZL
2007 Volvo V50 (2.0L, diesel). First registered 01 Mar 2007. Recorded mileage 153,700 miles. MOT expired on 24 May 2025.
- Make & Model
- VOLVO V50
- Year / Origin
- 2007 · Maidstone
- Safety Recall
- Unknown
- MOT Status
- Expired on 24 May 2025
- Road Tax
- —
- Recorded Mileage
- 153,700 mi
- ULEZ Compliance
- Non-Compliant (Pre-Euro 6 Diesel)
- Fuel & Engine
- Diesel · 2.0L
- Reliability Guide
- Common Faults
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GK07 XZL Key Findings
- 5 MOT tests recorded
- Latest MOT passed on 25/05/2024
- 153,700 miles recorded at latest MOT
- 2 historical MOT failures
- No defects recorded at the latest MOT
Derived directly from the recorded DVSA and DVLA data shown on this page.
GK07 XZL 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 2007 Volvo V50 (GK07 XZL) between April 2022 and May 2024.
The record contains 3 passes and 2 failures.
The most recent test on 25 May 2024 was a pass, although the earlier record includes 2 failures that buyers may want to investigate.
GK07 XZL Mileage History
- 26/04/2022129,888 mi
- 12/04/2023142,765 mi+12,877 mi
- 21/04/2023142,907 mi+142 mi
- 25/05/2024153,700 mi+10,793 mi
- 25/05/2024153,700 mi
Average of roughly 11,449 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: Below 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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