2006 Volvo V50 1.8L Petrol · GU56 OHT
2006 Volvo V50 (1.8L, petrol). First registered 29/09/2006. Recorded mileage 119,697 miles. MOT status: Expired.
- Make & Model
- VOLVO V50
- Year / Origin
- 2006 · Canterbury
- MOT Status
- Valid until 15/06/2025
- Road Tax
- —
- Recorded Mileage
- 119,697 mi
- ULEZ Compliance
- ULEZ Compliant (Euro 4+)
- Fuel & Engine
- Petrol · 1.8L
- Reliability Guide
- Common Faults
- Fuel Type
- Petrol
- Year
- 2006
- Engine
- 1798cc
AI-generated interpretation of this vehicle’s MOT record — not an official statement and not a substitute for an independent inspection.
GU56 OHT Key Findings
- 4 MOT tests recorded
- Latest MOT passed on 13/06/2024
- 119,697 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: Below 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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GU56 OHT Mileage History
- 16/06/202281,310 mi
- 30/05/202398,873 mi+17,563 mi
- 31/05/202398,873 mi
- 13/06/2024119,697 mi+20,824 mi
Average of roughly 19,260 miles per year across 4 recorded odometer readings.
GU56 OHT MOT History
Interpretation generated from the recorded test data above — not an official DVSA statement and not a substitute for an independent inspection.
4 MOT tests are recorded for this 2006 Volvo V50 (GU56 OHT) between June 2022 and June 2024.
The record contains 3 passes and 1 failure.
The most recent test on 13 June 2024 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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