2006 Volvo V50 1.8L Petrol · GL55 LPN
2006 Volvo V50 (1.8L, petrol). First registered 26/01/2006. Recorded mileage 173,151 miles. MOT valid until 14/11/2026.
- Make & Model
- VOLVO V50
- Year / Origin
- 2006 · Maidstone
- Safety Recall
- Unknown
- MOT Status
- Valid until 14/11/2026
- Road Tax
- —
- Recorded Mileage
- 173,151 mi
- ULEZ Compliance
- ULEZ Compliant (Euro 4+)
- Fuel & Engine
- Petrol · 1.8L
- Reliability Guide
- Common Faults
- Fuel Type
- Petrol
- Year
- 2006
- Engine
- 1798cc
GL55 LPN Key Findings
- 5 MOT tests recorded
- Latest MOT passed on 15/11/2025
- 173,151 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: 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.
GL55 LPN Mileage History
- 24/07/2023158,819 mi
- 02/08/2024164,443 mi+5,624 mi
- 29/07/2025172,089 mi+7,646 mi
- 12/11/2025173,150 mi+1,061 mi
- 15/11/2025173,151 mi+1 mi
Average of roughly 6,195 miles per year across 5 recorded odometer readings.
GL55 LPN 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 (GL55 LPN) between July 2023 and November 2025.
The record contains 3 passes and 2 failures.
The most recent test on 15 November 2025 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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