2006 Volvo V50 2.4L Petrol · KN56 KDO
2006 Volvo V50 (2.4L, petrol). First registered 29 Sept 2006. Recorded mileage 92,294 miles. MOT valid until 05 Sept 2027.
- Make & Model
- VOLVO V50
- Year / Origin
- 2006 · Northampton
- Safety Recall
- Unknown
- MOT Status
- Valid until 05 Sept 2027
- Road Tax
- —
- Recorded Mileage
- 92,294 mi
- ULEZ Compliance
- ULEZ Compliant (Euro 4+)
- Fuel & Engine
- Petrol · 2.4L
- Reliability Guide
- Common Faults
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KN56 KDO Key Findings
- 5 MOT tests recorded
- Latest MOT passed on 07/09/2026
- 92,294 miles recorded at latest MOT
- 3 historical MOT failures
- 10 defects noted at the latest MOT
- Recurring brakes items (16 mentions)
Derived directly from the recorded DVSA and DVLA data shown on this page.
KN56 KDO 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 (KN56 KDO) between September 2025 and September 2026.
The record contains 2 passes and 3 failures.
The most recent test on 07 September 2026 was a pass, although the earlier record includes 3 failures that buyers may want to investigate.
Across all tests, the most frequently flagged areas are: Brakes (16 issues), Tyres (16 issues), Steering (4 issues), Lighting (3 issues), Windscreen (2 issues). Repeated mentions in one area can indicate an ongoing pattern worth checking in person.
In total 38 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: “Offside Front Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (”; “Nearside Front Steering rack gaiter missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))”; “Offside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn Lower arm rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))”.
KN56 KDO Mileage History
- 04/09/202578,899 mi
- 05/09/202578,931 mi+32 mi
- 04/09/202692,294 mi+13,363 mi
- 07/09/202692,294 mi
- 07/09/202692,294 mi
Average of roughly 13,291 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: Below Average
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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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