2007 Volvo V50 2.4L Petrol · GU57 OXW
2007 Volvo V50 (2.4L, petrol). First registered 01 Sept 2007. Recorded mileage 152,929 miles. MOT valid until 09 Jan 2027.
- Make & Model
- VOLVO V50
- Year / Origin
- 2007 · Canterbury
- Safety Recall
- Unknown
- MOT Status
- Valid until 09 Jan 2027
- Road Tax
- —
- Recorded Mileage
- 152,929 mi
- ULEZ Compliance
- ULEZ Compliant (Euro 4+)
- Fuel & Engine
- Petrol · 2.4L
- Reliability Guide
- Common Faults
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GU57 OXW Key Findings
- 5 MOT tests recorded
- Latest MOT passed on 09/01/2026
- 152,929 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.
GU57 OXW 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 2007 Volvo V50 (GU57 OXW) between January 2023 and January 2026.
The record contains 4 passes and 1 failure.
The most recent test on 09 January 2026 was a pass, although the earlier record includes 1 failure that buyers may want to investigate.
GU57 OXW Mileage History
- 04/01/2023124,735 mi
- 10/01/2024133,077 mi+8,342 mi
- 20/12/2024143,037 mi+9,960 mi
- 08/01/2026152,929 mi+9,892 mi
- 09/01/2026152,929 mi
Average of roughly 9,355 miles per year across 5 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: Good
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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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- 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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