2006 Volvo V50 1.8L Petrol · NG56 OBM
2006 Volvo V50 (1.8L, petrol). First registered 01/11/2006. Recorded mileage 144,656 miles. MOT valid until 25/03/2027. Taxed until 01/05/2027.
- Make & Model
- VOLVO V50
- Year / Origin
- 2006 · Newcastle
- MOT Status
- Valid until 25/03/2027
- Road Tax
- Taxed (01/05/2027)
- Recorded Mileage
- 144,656 mi
- ULEZ Compliance
- ULEZ Compliant (Euro 4+)
- Fuel & Engine
- PETROL · 1.8L
- Reliability Guide
- Common Faults
- Fuel Type
- PETROL
- Year
- 2006
- Engine
- 1798cc
NG56 OBM Key Findings
- 5 MOT tests recorded
- Latest MOT passed on 24/03/2026
- 144,656 miles recorded at latest MOT
- 1 historical MOT failure
- No defects recorded at the latest MOT
- Recurring lighting items (5 mentions)
Derived directly from the recorded DVSA and DVLA data shown on this page.
MOT Roadworthiness: Good
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.
NG56 OBM Mileage History
- 02/12/2022117,458 mi
- 07/11/2023127,132 mi+9,674 mi
- 26/03/2025138,855 mi+11,723 mi
- 20/03/2026144,654 mi+5,799 mi
- 24/03/2026144,656 mi+2 mi
Average of roughly 8,225 miles per year across 5 recorded odometer readings.
NG56 OBM 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 (NG56 OBM) between December 2022 and March 2026.
The record contains 4 passes and 1 failure.
The most recent test on 24 March 2026 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 (5 issues), Suspension (5 issues), Tyres (2 issues). Repeated mentions in one area can indicate an ongoing pattern worth checking in person.
In total 10 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: “Nearside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))”; “Nearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt ”; “Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))”.
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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