2006 Volvo V50 2.0L Diesel · RO56 UOY
2006 Volvo V50 (2.0L, diesel). First registered 30 Sept 2006. Recorded mileage 177,297 miles. MOT expired on 26 Aug 2022.
- Make & Model
- VOLVO V50
- Year / Origin
- 2006 · Reading
- Safety Recall
- Unknown
- MOT Status
- Expired on 26 Aug 2022
- Road Tax
- —
- Recorded Mileage
- 177,297 mi
- ULEZ Compliance
- Non-Compliant (Pre-Euro 6 Diesel)
- Fuel & Engine
- Diesel · 2.0L
- Reliability Guide
- Common Faults
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RO56 UOY Key Findings
- 23 MOT tests recorded
- Latest MOT failed on 26/08/2021
- 177,297 miles recorded at latest MOT
- 11 historical MOT failures
- 18 defects noted at the latest MOT
- Recurring lighting items (19 mentions)
Derived directly from the recorded DVSA and DVLA data shown on this page.
RO56 UOY MOT History
Interpretation generated from the recorded test data above — not an official DVSA statement and not a substitute for an independent inspection.
23 MOT tests are recorded for this 2006 Volvo V50 (RO56 UOY) between September 2009 and August 2021.
The record contains 12 passes and 11 failures.
The most recent test on 26 August 2021 was a fail; the vehicle has not passed its last recorded MOT.
Across all tests, the most frequently flagged areas are: Lighting (19 issues), Brakes (18 issues), Tyres (15 issues), Suspension (15 issues), Windscreen (7 issues). Repeated mentions in one area can indicate an ongoing pattern worth checking in person.
In total 30 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: “Parking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))”; “Offside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (”; “Nearside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))”.
RO56 UOY Mileage History
- 08/09/200935,486 mi
- 03/09/201048,317 mi+12,831 mi
- 07/09/201048,371 mi+54 mi
- 13/09/201160,790 mi+12,419 mi
- 13/09/201160,790 mi
- 25/09/201276,051 mi+15,261 mi
- 25/09/201276,051 mi
- 03/09/201389,816 mi+13,765 mi
- 05/09/201389,816 mi
- 10/09/201498,839 mi+9,023 mi
- 13/07/2015105,538 mi+6,699 mi
- 13/07/2015105,539 mi+1 mi
- 23/03/2016111,391 mi+5,852 mi
- 25/03/2016111,392 mi+1 mi
- 15/03/2017118,651 mi+7,259 mi
- 02/08/2018126,082 mi+7,431 mi
- 14/08/2018126,091 mi+9 mi
- 12/08/2019146,077 mi+19,986 mi
- 15/08/2019146,285 mi+208 mi
- 14/08/2020160,926 mi+14,641 mi
- 20/08/2020161,170 mi+244 mi
- 02/09/2020161,498 mi+328 mi
- 26/08/2021177,297 mi+15,799 mi
Average of roughly 11,853 miles per year across 23 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
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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