2006 Volvo V50 1.8L Petrol · NG56 ULV
2006 Volvo V50 (1.8L, petrol). First registered 29 Dec 2006. Recorded mileage 110,338 miles. MOT expired on 08 Dec 2023.
- Make & Model
- VOLVO V50
- Year / Origin
- 2006 · Newcastle
- Safety Recall
- Unknown
- MOT Status
- Expired on 08 Dec 2023
- Road Tax
- —
- Recorded Mileage
- 110,338 mi
- ULEZ Compliance
- ULEZ Compliant (Euro 4+)
- Fuel & Engine
- Petrol · 1.8L
- Reliability Guide
- Common Faults
NG56 ULV Key Findings
- 3 MOT tests recorded
- Latest MOT passed on 22/11/2022
- 110,338 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: Below Average
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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 ULV Mileage History
- 09/12/2021102,178 mi
- 09/12/2021102,180 mi+2 mi
- 22/11/2022110,338 mi+8,158 mi
Average of roughly 8,563 miles per year across 3 recorded odometer readings.
NG56 ULV MOT History
Interpretation generated from the recorded test data above — not an official DVSA statement and not a substitute for an independent inspection.
3 MOT tests are recorded for this 2006 Volvo V50 (NG56 ULV) between December 2021 and November 2022.
The record contains 2 passes and 1 failure.
The most recent test on 22 November 2022 was a pass, although the earlier record includes 1 failure 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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- 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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