2006 Volvo V50 2.0L Diesel · GV06 JBY
2006 Volvo V50 (2.0L, diesel). First registered 28/04/2006. Recorded mileage 154,134 miles. MOT valid until 09/11/2026.
- Make & Model
- VOLVO V50
- Year / Origin
- 2006 · Canterbury
- MOT Status
- Valid until 09/11/2026
- Road Tax
- —
- Recorded Mileage
- 154,134 mi
- ULEZ Compliance
- Non-Compliant (Pre-Euro 6 Diesel)
- Fuel & Engine
- Diesel · 2.0L
- Reliability Guide
- Common Faults
- Fuel Type
- Diesel
- Year
- 2006
- Engine
- 1998cc
GV06 JBY Key Findings
- 5 MOT tests recorded
- Latest MOT passed on 10/11/2025
- 154,134 miles recorded at latest MOT
- 1 historical MOT failure
- 2 defects noted at the latest MOT
- Recurring tyres items (7 mentions)
Derived directly from the recorded DVSA and DVLA data shown on this page.
MOT Roadworthiness: Good
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.
GV06 JBY Mileage History
- 07/09/2022142,253 mi
- 11/09/2023147,450 mi+5,197 mi
- 15/09/2023147,450 mi
- 25/09/2024152,014 mi+4,564 mi
- 10/11/2025154,134 mi+2,120 mi
Average of roughly 3,741 miles per year across 5 recorded odometer readings.
GV06 JBY 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 (GV06 JBY) between September 2022 and November 2025.
The record contains 4 passes and 1 failure.
The most recent test on 10 November 2025 was a pass, although the earlier record includes 1 failure that buyers may want to investigate.
Across all tests, the most frequently flagged areas are: Tyres (7 issues), Brakes (3 issues), Lighting (2 issues), Suspension (2 issues), Exhaust & Emissions (1 issue). Repeated mentions in one area can indicate an ongoing pattern worth checking in person.
In total 16 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: “Rear Vehicle structure is fractured and so weakened within 30cm of a towbar mounting, the towbar is likely to become det”; “Nearside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (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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