2006 Volvo V50 2.0L Diesel · PA06 RJA
2006 Volvo V50 (2.0L, diesel). First registered 13 Mar 2006. Recorded mileage 138,288 miles. MOT valid until 30 Oct 2026.
- Make & Model
- VOLVO V50
- Year / Origin
- 2006 · Preston
- Safety Recall
- Unknown
- MOT Status
- Valid until 30 Oct 2026
- Road Tax
- —
- Recorded Mileage
- 138,288 mi
- ULEZ Compliance
- Non-Compliant (Pre-Euro 6 Diesel)
- Fuel & Engine
- Diesel · 2.0L
- Reliability Guide
- Common Faults
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PA06 RJA Key Findings
- 5 MOT tests recorded
- Latest MOT passed on 17/10/2025
- 138,288 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.
PA06 RJA 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 (PA06 RJA) between October 2023 and October 2025.
The record contains 3 passes and 2 failures.
The most recent test on 17 October 2025 was a pass, although the earlier record includes 2 failures that buyers may want to investigate.
PA06 RJA Mileage History
- 10/10/2023132,198 mi
- 07/10/2024136,060 mi+3,862 mi
- 07/10/2024136,061 mi+1 mi
- 16/10/2025138,288 mi+2,227 mi
- 17/10/2025138,288 mi
Average of roughly 3,013 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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