2006 Volvo V50 2.4L Diesel · MA56 YFW
2006 Volvo V50 (2.4L, diesel). First registered 27/09/2006. Recorded mileage 154,503 miles. MOT status: Expired.
- Make & Model
- VOLVO V50
- Year / Origin
- 2006 · Manchester & Merseyside
- Safety Recall
- Unknown
- MOT Status
- Valid until 23/02/2024
- Road Tax
- —
- Recorded Mileage
- 154,503 mi
- ULEZ Compliance
- Non-Compliant (Pre-Euro 6 Diesel)
- Fuel & Engine
- Diesel · 2.4L
- Reliability Guide
- Common Faults
- Fuel Type
- Diesel
- Year
- 2006
- Engine
- 2400cc
MA56 YFW Key Findings
- 4 MOT tests recorded
- Latest MOT passed on 20/02/2023
- 154,503 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
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.
MA56 YFW Mileage History
- 22/02/2022149,552 mi
- 22/02/2022149,552 mi
- 20/02/2023154,503 mi+4,951 mi
- 20/02/2023154,503 mi
Average of roughly 4,979 miles per year across 4 recorded odometer readings.
MA56 YFW MOT History
Interpretation generated from the recorded test data above — not an official DVSA statement and not a substitute for an independent inspection.
4 MOT tests are recorded for this 2006 Volvo V50 (MA56 YFW) between February 2022 and February 2023.
The record contains 2 passes and 2 failures.
The most recent test on 20 February 2023 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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