2006 Volvo V50 2.0L Diesel · LM55 VBD
2006 Volvo V50 (2.0L, diesel). First registered 25/01/2006. Recorded mileage 316,669 miles. MOT valid until 17/10/2026.
- Make & Model
- VOLVO V50
- Year / Origin
- 2006 · Wimbledon (South London)
- Safety Recall
- Unknown
- MOT Status
- Valid until 17/10/2026
- Road Tax
- —
- Recorded Mileage
- 316,669 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
LM55 VBD Key Findings
- 5 MOT tests recorded
- Latest MOT passed on 15/10/2025
- 316,669 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: 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.
LM55 VBD Mileage History
- 17/10/2023299,349 mi
- 18/10/2023299,351 mi+2 mi
- 17/10/2024308,099 mi+8,748 mi
- 18/10/2024308,109 mi+10 mi
- 15/10/2025316,669 mi+8,560 mi
Average of roughly 8,679 miles per year across 5 recorded odometer readings.
LM55 VBD 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 (LM55 VBD) between October 2023 and October 2025.
The record contains 3 passes and 2 failures.
The most recent test on 15 October 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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