2006 Volvo V50 1.8L Petrol · OU06 KMO
2006 Volvo V50 (1.8L, petrol). First registered 31 Dec 2006. Recorded mileage 127,220 miles. MOT expired on 26 Jul 2025.
- Make & Model
- VOLVO V50
- Year / Origin
- 2006 · Oxford
- Safety Recall
- Unknown
- MOT Status
- Expired on 26 Jul 2025
- Road Tax
- —
- Recorded Mileage
- 127,220 mi
- ULEZ Compliance
- ULEZ Compliant (Euro 4+)
- Fuel & Engine
- Petrol · 1.8L
- Reliability Guide
- Common Faults
Archived Record
Registration no longer recorded by DVLA. This usually means the vehicle is now using a private plate.
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OU06 KMO Key Findings
- 4 MOT tests recorded
- Latest MOT passed on 27/07/2024
- 127,220 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.
OU06 KMO MOT History
Interpretation generated from the recorded test data above — not an official DVSA statement and not a substitute for an independent inspection.
4 MOT tests are recorded for this 2006 Volvo V50 (OU06 KMO) between May 2022 and July 2024.
The record contains 3 passes and 1 failure.
The most recent test on 27 July 2024 was a pass, although the earlier record includes 1 failure that buyers may want to investigate.
OU06 KMO Mileage History
- 12/05/2022113,647 mi
- 12/05/2022113,647 mi
- 28/04/2023119,633 mi+5,986 mi
- 27/07/2024127,220 mi+7,587 mi
Average of roughly 6,143 miles per year across 4 recorded odometer readings.
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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.
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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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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