2007 Volvo V50 1.8L Petrol · MV57 DRX
2007 Volvo V50 (1.8L, petrol). First registered 13/12/2007. Recorded mileage 157,148 miles. MOT status: Expired.
- Make & Model
- VOLVO V50
- Year / Origin
- 2007 · Manchester & Merseyside
- MOT Status
- Valid until 03/06/2025
- Road Tax
- —
- Recorded Mileage
- 157,148 mi
- ULEZ Compliance
- ULEZ Compliant (Euro 4+)
- Fuel & Engine
- Petrol · 1.8L
- Reliability Guide
- Common Faults
- Fuel Type
- Petrol
- Year
- 2007
- Engine
- 1798cc
MV57 DRX Key Findings
- 5 MOT tests recorded
- Latest MOT passed on 29/05/2024
- 157,148 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.
MV57 DRX Mileage History
- 28/05/2022146,809 mi
- 23/05/2023156,017 mi+9,208 mi
- 25/05/2023156,019 mi+2 mi
- 29/05/2024157,148 mi+1,129 mi
- 29/05/2024157,148 mi
Average of roughly 5,159 miles per year across 5 recorded odometer readings.
MV57 DRX 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 2007 Volvo V50 (MV57 DRX) between May 2022 and May 2024.
The record contains 3 passes and 2 failures.
The most recent test on 29 May 2024 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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