2006 Volvo V50 2.0L Diesel · GL06 UPE
2006 Volvo V50 (2.0L, diesel). First registered 11/07/2006. Recorded mileage 161,369 miles. MOT valid until 31/03/2027.
- Make & Model
- VOLVO V50
- Year / Origin
- 2006 · Maidstone
- MOT Status
- Valid until 31/03/2027
- Road Tax
- —
- Recorded Mileage
- 161,369 mi
- ULEZ Compliance
- Non-Compliant (Pre-Euro 6 Diesel)
- Fuel & Engine
- Diesel · 2.0L
- Reliability Guide
- Common Faults
- Fuel Type
- Diesel
- Year
- 2006
- Engine
- 1997cc
GL06 UPE Key Findings
- 5 MOT tests recorded
- Latest MOT passed on 23/03/2026
- 161,369 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: Good
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.
GL06 UPE Mileage History
- 14/03/2023157,198 mi
- 23/02/2024158,851 mi+1,653 mi
- 01/04/2025160,328 mi+1,477 mi
- 18/03/2026161,362 mi+1,034 mi
- 23/03/2026161,369 mi+7 mi
Average of roughly 1,379 miles per year across 5 recorded odometer readings.
GL06 UPE 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 UPE) between March 2023 and March 2026.
The record contains 4 passes and 1 failure.
The most recent test on 23 March 2026 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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