2006 Volvo V50 1.8L Petrol · HG06 PLU
2006 Volvo V50 (1.8L, petrol). First registered 04/05/2006. Recorded mileage 54,807 miles. MOT status: Expired.
- Make & Model
- VOLVO V50
- Year / Origin
- 2006 · Bournemouth
- MOT Status
- Valid until 01/06/2026
- Road Tax
- —
- Recorded Mileage
- 54,807 mi
- ULEZ Compliance
- ULEZ Compliant (Euro 4+)
- Fuel & Engine
- Petrol · 1.8L
- Reliability Guide
- Common Faults
- Fuel Type
- Petrol
- Year
- 2006
- Engine
- 1798cc
HG06 PLU Key Findings
- 5 MOT tests recorded
- Latest MOT passed on 29/05/2025
- 54,807 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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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.
HG06 PLU Mileage History
- 30/05/202250,258 mi
- 30/05/202250,260 mi+2 mi
- 22/05/202351,501 mi+1,241 mi
- 28/05/202453,083 mi+1,582 mi
- 29/05/202554,807 mi+1,724 mi
Average of roughly 1,517 miles per year across 5 recorded odometer readings.
HG06 PLU 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 (HG06 PLU) between May 2022 and May 2025.
The record contains 4 passes and 1 failure.
The most recent test on 29 May 2025 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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