2006 Volvo V50 2.0L Diesel · MK06 XVS
2006 Volvo V50 (2.0L, diesel). First registered 14 Mar 2006. Recorded mileage 187,158 miles. MOT expired on 24 Nov 2023.
- Make & Model
- VOLVO V50
- Year / Origin
- 2006 · Manchester & Merseyside
- Safety Recall
- Unknown
- MOT Status
- Expired on 24 Nov 2023
- Road Tax
- —
- Recorded Mileage
- 187,158 mi
- ULEZ Compliance
- Non-Compliant (Pre-Euro 6 Diesel)
- Fuel & Engine
- Diesel · 2.0L
- Reliability Guide
- Common Faults
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MK06 XVS Key Findings
- 21 MOT tests recorded
- Latest MOT passed on 16/11/2022
- 187,158 miles recorded at latest MOT
- 7 historical MOT failures
- 7 defects noted at the latest MOT
- Recurring brakes items (23 mentions)
Derived directly from the recorded DVSA and DVLA data shown on this page.
MK06 XVS MOT History
Interpretation generated from the recorded test data above — not an official DVSA statement and not a substitute for an independent inspection.
21 MOT tests are recorded for this 2006 Volvo V50 (MK06 XVS) between April 2009 and November 2022.
The record contains 14 passes and 7 failures.
The most recent test on 16 November 2022 was a pass, although the earlier record includes 7 failures that buyers may want to investigate.
Across all tests, the most frequently flagged areas are: Brakes (23 issues), Tyres (20 issues), Lighting (12 issues), Suspension (9 issues), Exhaust & Emissions (9 issues). Repeated mentions in one area can indicate an ongoing pattern worth checking in person.
In total 56 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 Rear Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))”; “Offside Front Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (”; “Nearside Rear Parking brake inoperative on one side (1.4.1 (a))”.
MK06 XVS Mileage History
- 30/04/200958,497 mi
- 05/05/201065,968 mi+7,471 mi
- 18/05/201176,089 mi+10,121 mi
- 18/05/201176,089 mi
- 04/05/201290,231 mi+14,142 mi
- 18/05/2013105,069 mi+14,838 mi
- 07/06/2013105,091 mi+22 mi
- 02/06/2014118,232 mi+13,141 mi
- 01/06/2015129,319 mi+11,087 mi
- 04/06/2016136,971 mi+7,652 mi
- 29/05/2017142,459 mi+5,488 mi
- 06/06/2018149,017 mi+6,558 mi
- 06/06/2018149,017 mi
- 18/06/2019159,706 mi+10,689 mi
- 21/06/2019159,710 mi+4 mi
- 24/11/2020169,409 mi+9,699 mi
- 25/11/2020169,409 mi
- 22/11/2021178,669 mi+9,260 mi
- 22/11/2021178,669 mi
- 15/11/2022187,154 mi+8,485 mi
- 16/11/2022187,158 mi+4 mi
Average of roughly 9,497 miles per year across 21 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
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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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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