2006 Volvo V50 2.4L Petrol · MT56 LCE
2006 Volvo V50 (2.4L, petrol). First registered 01/12/2006. Recorded mileage 115,531 miles. MOT status: Expired. Taxed until 01/10/2026.
- Make & Model
- VOLVO V50
- Year / Origin
- 2006 · Manchester & Merseyside
- MOT Status
- Valid until 16/09/2026
- Road Tax
- Taxed (01/10/2026)
- Recorded Mileage
- 115,531 mi
- ULEZ Compliance
- ULEZ Compliant (Euro 4+)
- Fuel & Engine
- PETROL · 2.4L
- Reliability Guide
- Common Faults
- Fuel Type
- PETROL
- Year
- 2006
- Engine
- 2435cc
MT56 LCE Key Findings
- 5 MOT tests recorded
- Latest MOT passed on 18/09/2025
- 115,531 miles recorded at latest MOT
- 1 historical MOT failure
- 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.
MT56 LCE Mileage History
- 22/10/2022112,219 mi
- 04/11/2023113,815 mi+1,596 mi
- 19/10/2024114,664 mi+849 mi
- 18/09/2025115,531 mi+867 mi
- 18/09/2025115,531 mi
Average of roughly 1,139 miles per year across 5 recorded odometer readings.
MT56 LCE 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 (MT56 LCE) between October 2022 and September 2025.
The record contains 4 passes and 1 failure.
The most recent test on 18 September 2025 was a pass, although the earlier record includes 1 failure that buyers may want to investigate.
Across all tests, the most frequently flagged areas are: Lighting (1 issue). Repeated mentions in one area can indicate an ongoing pattern worth checking in person.
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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