2006 Volvo V50 2.4L Petrol · OU55 FCA
2006 Volvo V50 (2.4L, petrol). First registered 16/01/2006. Recorded mileage 184,973 miles. MOT status: Expired.
- Make & Model
- VOLVO V50
- Year / Origin
- 2006 · Oxford
- MOT Status
- Valid until 17/06/2026
- Road Tax
- —
- Recorded Mileage
- 184,973 mi
- ULEZ Compliance
- ULEZ Compliant (Euro 4+)
- Fuel & Engine
- Petrol · 2.4L
- Reliability Guide
- Common Faults
- Fuel Type
- Petrol
- Year
- 2006
- Engine
- 2435cc
OU55 FCA Key Findings
- 5 MOT tests recorded
- Latest MOT passed on 13/06/2025
- 184,973 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.
OU55 FCA Mileage History
- 05/06/2023177,284 mi
- 15/06/2024181,295 mi+4,011 mi
- 18/06/2024181,304 mi+9 mi
- 11/06/2025184,694 mi+3,390 mi
- 13/06/2025184,973 mi+279 mi
Average of roughly 3,799 miles per year across 5 recorded odometer readings.
OU55 FCA 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 (OU55 FCA) between June 2023 and June 2025.
The record contains 3 passes and 2 failures.
The most recent test on 13 June 2025 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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