2006 Volvo V50 2.4L Petrol · GP06 UEU
2006 Volvo V50 (2.4L, petrol). First registered 26/07/2006. Recorded mileage 115,893 miles. MOT valid until 05/05/2027.
- Make & Model
- VOLVO V50
- Year / Origin
- 2006 · Canterbury
- Safety Recall
- Unknown
- MOT Status
- Valid until 05/05/2027
- Road Tax
- —
- Recorded Mileage
- 115,893 mi
- ULEZ Compliance
- ULEZ Compliant (Euro 4+)
- Fuel & Engine
- Petrol · 2.4L
- Reliability Guide
- Common Faults
- Fuel Type
- Petrol
- Year
- 2006
- Engine
- 2435cc
GP06 UEU Key Findings
- 24 MOT tests recorded
- Latest MOT passed on 07/05/2026
- 115,893 miles recorded at latest MOT
- 7 historical MOT failures
- 5 defects noted at the latest MOT
- Recurring tyres items (12 mentions)
Derived directly from the recorded DVSA and DVLA data shown on this page.
MOT Roadworthiness: 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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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.
GP06 UEU Mileage History
- 13/07/200926,972 mi
- 22/07/201032,972 mi+6,000 mi
- 26/07/201139,674 mi+6,702 mi
- 26/07/201139,674 mi
- 20/07/201254,967 mi+15,293 mi
- 21/03/201363,919 mi+8,952 mi
- 10/03/201466,573 mi+2,654 mi
- 23/02/201569,108 mi+2,535 mi
- 08/03/201671,092 mi+1,984 mi
- 06/03/201774,252 mi+3,160 mi
- 06/03/201774,252 mi
- 05/03/201877,534 mi+3,282 mi
- 26/03/201989,992 mi+12,458 mi
- 28/03/201989,992 mi
- 29/03/202192,480 mi+2,488 mi
- 25/03/202295,154 mi+2,674 mi
- 25/03/202295,154 mi
- 24/03/202398,205 mi+3,051 mi
- 24/03/202398,205 mi
- 25/03/2024100,942 mi+2,737 mi
- 25/03/2025110,578 mi+9,636 mi
- 25/03/2025110,578 mi
- 07/05/2026115,893 mi+5,315 mi
- 07/05/2026115,893 mi
Average of roughly 5,288 miles per year across 24 recorded odometer readings.
GP06 UEU MOT History
Interpretation generated from the recorded test data above — not an official DVSA statement and not a substitute for an independent inspection.
24 MOT tests are recorded for this 2006 Volvo V50 (GP06 UEU) between July 2009 and May 2026.
The record contains 17 passes and 7 failures.
The most recent test on 07 May 2026 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: Tyres (12 issues), Brakes (7 issues), Suspension (7 issues), Lighting (3 issues). Repeated mentions in one area can indicate an ongoing pattern worth checking in person.
In total 24 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: “Offside Side repeater not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))”; “Nearside Front Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt ”; “Offside Rear Fluid leak harmful to the environment or a risk to other road users brake fluid from caliper (8.4.1 (a) (i)”.
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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