2006 Volvo V50 2.0L Diesel · P55 VEE
2006 Volvo V50 (2.0L, diesel). First registered 10 Mar 2006. Recorded mileage 148,629 miles. MOT valid until 29 Nov 2026.
- Make & Model
- VOLVO V50
- Year / Origin
- 2006 · Preston
- Safety Recall
- Unknown
- MOT Status
- Valid until 29 Nov 2026
- Road Tax
- —
- Recorded Mileage
- 148,629 mi
- ULEZ Compliance
- Non-Compliant (Pre-Euro 6 Diesel)
- Fuel & Engine
- Diesel · 2.0L
- Reliability Guide
- Common Faults
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P55 VEE Key Findings
- 5 MOT tests recorded
- Latest MOT passed on 06/11/2025
- 148,629 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.
P55 VEE 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 (P55 VEE) between November 2023 and November 2025.
The record contains 3 passes and 2 failures.
The most recent test on 06 November 2025 was a pass, although the earlier record includes 2 failures that buyers may want to investigate.
P55 VEE Mileage History
- 03/11/2023141,915 mi
- 18/11/2024145,425 mi+3,510 mi
- 19/11/2024145,425 mi
- 05/11/2025148,629 mi+3,204 mi
- 06/11/2025148,629 mi
Average of roughly 3,340 miles per year across 5 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: Average
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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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