2006 Volvo V50 2.0L Diesel · RO06 LFR
2006 Volvo V50 (2.0L, diesel). First registered 31 Mar 2006. Recorded mileage 138,326 miles. MOT valid until 19 Dec 2026. Taxed until 01 Sept 2027.
- Make & Model
- VOLVO V50
- Year / Origin
- 2006 · Reading
- Safety Recall
- Unknown
- MOT Status
- Valid until 19 Dec 2026
- Road Tax
- Taxed (01 Sept 2027)
- Recorded Mileage
- 138,326 mi
- ULEZ Compliance
- Non-Compliant (Pre-Euro 6 Diesel)
- Fuel & Engine
- Diesel · 2.0L
- Reliability Guide
- Common Faults
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RO06 LFR Key Findings
- 5 MOT tests recorded
- Latest MOT passed on 20/12/2025
- 138,326 miles recorded at latest MOT
- 1 historical MOT failure
- 4 defects noted at the latest MOT
- Recurring suspension items (9 mentions)
Derived directly from the recorded DVSA and DVLA data shown on this page.
RO06 LFR 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 (RO06 LFR) between December 2022 and December 2025.
The record contains 4 passes and 1 failure.
The most recent test on 20 December 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 (9 issues), Brakes (8 issues), Lighting (7 issues), Tyres (7 issues), Exhaust & Emissions (2 issues). Repeated mentions in one area can indicate an ongoing pattern worth checking in person.
In total 31 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 Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt inner c”; “Offside Rear Tyre not fitted in accordance with side wall instructions (5.2.3 (i))”; “Offside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))”.
RO06 LFR Mileage History
- 06/12/2022131,151 mi
- 05/12/2023133,776 mi+2,625 mi
- 15/12/2023133,812 mi+36 mi
- 04/12/2024133,880 mi+68 mi
- 20/12/2025138,326 mi+4,446 mi
Average of roughly 2,361 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: Good
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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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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