2007 Volvo V50 1.8L Petrol · GP56 HPY
2007 Volvo V50 (1.8L, petrol). First registered 31 Jan 2007. Recorded mileage 115,186 miles. MOT expired on 15 Nov 2022.
- Make & Model
- VOLVO V50
- Year / Origin
- 2007 · Canterbury
- Safety Recall
- Unknown
- MOT Status
- Expired on 15 Nov 2022
- Road Tax
- —
- Recorded Mileage
- 115,186 mi
- ULEZ Compliance
- ULEZ Compliant (Euro 4+)
- Fuel & Engine
- Petrol · 1.8L
- Reliability Guide
- Common Faults
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GP56 HPY Key Findings
- 2 MOT tests recorded
- Latest MOT failed on 27/10/2022
- 115,186 miles recorded at latest MOT
- 1 historical MOT failure
Derived directly from the recorded DVSA and DVLA data shown on this page.
GP56 HPY MOT History
Interpretation generated from the recorded test data above — not an official DVSA statement and not a substitute for an independent inspection.
2 MOT tests are recorded for this 2007 Volvo V50 (GP56 HPY) between November 2021 and October 2022.
The record contains 1 pass and 1 failure.
The most recent test on 27 October 2022 was a fail; the vehicle has not passed its last recorded MOT.
GP56 HPY Mileage History
- 11/11/2021111,322 mi
- 27/10/2022115,186 mi+3,864 mi
Average of roughly 4,036 miles per year across 2 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
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- 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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