2006 Volvo V50 2.0L Diesel · KB55 EKW
2006 Volvo V50 (2.0L, diesel). First registered 15 Feb 2006. Recorded mileage 249,904 miles. MOT expired on 12 Jun 2026.
- Make & Model
- VOLVO V50
- Year / Origin
- 2006 · Borehamwood (Luton)
- Safety Recall
- Unknown
- MOT Status
- Expired on 12 Jun 2026
- Road Tax
- —
- Recorded Mileage
- 249,904 mi
- ULEZ Compliance
- Non-Compliant (Pre-Euro 6 Diesel)
- Fuel & Engine
- Diesel · 2.0L
- Reliability Guide
- Common Faults
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KB55 EKW Key Findings
- 5 MOT tests recorded
- Latest MOT passed on 13/06/2025
- 249,904 miles recorded at latest MOT
- 2 historical MOT failures
- No defects recorded at the latest MOT
Derived directly from the recorded DVSA and DVLA data shown on this page.
MOT Roadworthiness: Below Average
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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.
KB55 EKW Mileage History
- 30/05/2023237,549 mi
- 31/05/2023237,550 mi+1 mi
- 18/07/2024242,683 mi+5,133 mi
- 18/07/2024242,683 mi
- 13/06/2025249,904 mi+7,221 mi
Average of roughly 6,055 miles per year across 5 recorded odometer readings.
KB55 EKW MOT History
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5 MOT tests are recorded for this 2006 Volvo V50 (KB55 EKW) between May 2023 and June 2025.
The record contains 3 passes and 2 failures.
The most recent test on 13 June 2025 was a pass, although the earlier record includes 2 failures 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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- 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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