2006 Volvo V50 2.0L Diesel · PY06 CWC
2006 Volvo V50 (2.0L, diesel). First registered 01 Apr 2006. Recorded mileage 227,774 miles. MOT expired on 26 Feb 2026. Currently declared SORN.
- Make & Model
- VOLVO V50
- Year / Origin
- 2006 · Carlisle
- Safety Recall
- Unknown
- MOT Status
- Expired on 26 Feb 2026
- Road Tax
- SORN
- Recorded Mileage
- 227,774 mi
- ULEZ Compliance
- Non-Compliant (Pre-Euro 6 Diesel)
- Fuel & Engine
- DIESEL · 2.0L
- Reliability Guide
- Common Faults
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PY06 CWC Key Findings
- 5 MOT tests recorded
- Latest MOT passed on 27/02/2025
- 227,774 miles recorded at latest MOT
- 1 historical MOT failure
- No defects recorded at the latest MOT
- Recurring suspension items (3 mentions)
Derived directly from the recorded DVSA and DVLA data shown on this page.
PY06 CWC 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 (PY06 CWC) between November 2021 and February 2025.
The record contains 4 passes and 1 failure.
The most recent test on 27 February 2025 was a pass, although the earlier record includes 1 failure that buyers may want to investigate.
Across all tests, the most frequently flagged areas are: Suspension (3 issues), Tyres (1 issue). Repeated mentions in one area can indicate an ongoing pattern worth checking in person.
In total 3 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: “Offside Rear Upper Shock absorbers insecurely attached mounting fractured (5.3.2 (a) (i))”.
PY06 CWC Mileage History
- 16/11/2021155,872 mi
- 16/11/2021155,872 mi
- 11/11/2022184,144 mi+28,272 mi
- 11/11/2023210,375 mi+26,231 mi
- 27/02/2025227,774 mi+17,399 mi
Average of roughly 21,903 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: Below 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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