2006 Volvo V50 2.4L Diesel · OY56 PXG
2006 Volvo V50 (2.4L, diesel). First registered 01/09/2006. Recorded mileage 293,123 miles. MOT status: Expired.
- Make & Model
- VOLVO V50
- Year / Origin
- 2006 · Oxford
- Safety Recall
- Unknown
- MOT Status
- Valid until 30/11/2017
- Road Tax
- Untaxed (18/11/2017)
- Recorded Mileage
- 293,123 mi
- ULEZ Compliance
- Non-Compliant (Pre-Euro 6 Diesel)
- Fuel & Engine
- DIESEL · 2.4L
- Reliability Guide
- Common Faults
- Fuel Type
- DIESEL
- Year
- 2006
- Engine
- 2401cc
OY56 PXG Key Findings
- 13 MOT tests recorded
- Latest MOT passed on 01/12/2016
- 293,123 miles recorded at latest MOT
- 5 historical MOT failures
- 3 defects noted at the latest MOT
- Recurring lighting items (7 mentions)
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.
OY56 PXG Mileage History
- 14/09/200981,954 mi
- 14/09/200981,954 mi
- 16/09/2010106,034 mi+24,080 mi
- 08/07/2011119,749 mi+13,715 mi
- 06/07/2012155,528 mi+35,779 mi
- 10/07/2012155,968 mi+440 mi
- 12/07/2013181,297 mi+25,329 mi
- 16/07/2013181,395 mi+98 mi
- 25/07/2013182,180 mi+785 mi
- 04/10/2014222,541 mi+40,361 mi
- 23/10/2015261,581 mi+39,040 mi
- 01/12/2016293,123 mi+31,542 mi
- 01/12/2016293,123 mi
Average of roughly 29,270 miles per year across 13 recorded odometer readings.
OY56 PXG MOT History
Interpretation generated from the recorded test data above — not an official DVSA statement and not a substitute for an independent inspection.
13 MOT tests are recorded for this 2006 Volvo V50 (OY56 PXG) between September 2009 and December 2016.
The record contains 8 passes and 5 failures.
The most recent test on 01 December 2016 was a pass, although the earlier record includes 5 failures that buyers may want to investigate.
Across all tests, the most frequently flagged areas are: Lighting (7 issues), Brakes (6 issues), Windscreen (5 issues), Suspension (3 issues), Tyres (2 issues). Repeated mentions in one area can indicate an ongoing pattern worth checking in person.
In total 11 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: “Brakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)”; “Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)”; “Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)”.
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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