2006 Volvo V50 2.0L Diesel · OIB 400
2006 Volvo V50 (2.0L, diesel). First registered 01/07/2006. Recorded mileage 97,989 miles. MOT valid until 19/11/2026. Currently declared SORN.
- Make & Model
- VOLVO V50
- Year / Origin
- 2006 · Oxford
- MOT Status
- Valid until 19/11/2026
- Road Tax
- SORN
- Recorded Mileage
- 97,989 mi
- ULEZ Compliance
- Non-Compliant (Pre-Euro 6 Diesel)
- Fuel & Engine
- DIESEL · 2.0L
- Reliability Guide
- Common Faults
- Fuel Type
- DIESEL
- Year
- 2006
- Engine
- 1998cc
OIB 400 Key Findings
- 5 MOT tests recorded
- Latest MOT passed on 20/11/2025
- 97,989 miles recorded at latest MOT
- 2 historical MOT failures
- 1 defect noted at the latest MOT
- Recurring suspension items (5 mentions)
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.
OIB 400 Mileage History
- 24/01/202392,049 mi
- 05/07/202494,740 mi+2,691 mi
- 05/07/202494,740 mi
- 19/11/202597,985 mi+3,245 mi
- 20/11/202597,989 mi+4 mi
Average of roughly 2,104 miles per year across 5 recorded odometer readings.
OIB 400 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 (OIB 400) between January 2023 and November 2025.
The record contains 3 passes and 2 failures.
The most recent test on 20 November 2025 was a pass, although the earlier record includes 2 failures that buyers may want to investigate.
Across all tests, the most frequently flagged areas are: Suspension (5 issues), Lighting (3 issues), Windscreen (2 issues), Exhaust & Emissions (1 issue), Brakes (1 issue). Repeated mentions in one area can indicate an ongoing pattern worth checking in person.
In total 8 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 Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))”.
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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