2006 Volvo V50 2.4L Diesel · LR56 TVU
2006 Volvo V50 (2.4L, diesel). First registered 24 Nov 2006. Recorded mileage 96,935 miles. MOT expired on 21 Apr 2026.
- Make & Model
- VOLVO V50
- Year / Origin
- 2006 · Wimbledon (South London)
- Safety Recall
- Unknown
- MOT Status
- Expired on 21 Apr 2026
- Road Tax
- —
- Recorded Mileage
- 96,935 mi
- ULEZ Compliance
- Non-Compliant (Pre-Euro 6 Diesel)
- Fuel & Engine
- Diesel · 2.4L
- Reliability Guide
- Common Faults
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LR56 TVU Key Findings
- 5 MOT tests recorded
- Latest MOT passed on 22/04/2025
- 96,935 miles recorded at latest MOT
- 2 historical MOT failures
- No defects recorded at the latest MOT
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LR56 TVU 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 (LR56 TVU) between April 2023 and April 2025.
The record contains 3 passes and 2 failures.
The most recent test on 22 April 2025 was a pass, although the earlier record includes 2 failures that buyers may want to investigate.
LR56 TVU Mileage History
- 15/04/202386,237 mi
- 18/04/202491,377 mi+5,140 mi
- 18/04/202491,380 mi+3 mi
- 15/04/202596,864 mi+5,484 mi
- 22/04/202596,935 mi+71 mi
Average of roughly 5,295 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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