2006 Volvo V50 2.0L Diesel · GL06 ANX
2006 Volvo V50 (2.0L, diesel). First registered 12 Jul 2006. Recorded mileage 171,310 miles. MOT expired on 02 Sept 2025.
- Make & Model
- VOLVO V50
- Year / Origin
- 2006 · Maidstone
- Safety Recall
- Unknown
- MOT Status
- Expired on 02 Sept 2025
- Road Tax
- —
- Recorded Mileage
- 171,310 mi
- ULEZ Compliance
- Non-Compliant (Pre-Euro 6 Diesel)
- Fuel & Engine
- Diesel · 2.0L
- Reliability Guide
- Common Faults
GL06 ANX Key Findings
- 5 MOT tests recorded
- Latest MOT passed on 03/09/2024
- 171,310 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.
MOT Roadworthiness: Below Average
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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.
GL06 ANX Mileage History
- 27/07/2022162,930 mi
- 04/08/2023166,970 mi+4,040 mi
- 05/08/2024171,295 mi+4,325 mi
- 03/09/2024171,306 mi+11 mi
- 03/09/2024171,310 mi+4 mi
Average of roughly 3,979 miles per year across 5 recorded odometer readings.
GL06 ANX 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 (GL06 ANX) between July 2022 and September 2024.
The record contains 3 passes and 2 failures.
The most recent test on 03 September 2024 was a pass, although the earlier record includes 2 failures 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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- 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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