2006 Volvo V50 2.0L Diesel · RV56 UAM
2006 Volvo V50 (2.0L, diesel). First registered 13/09/2006. Recorded mileage 189,422 miles. MOT valid until 04/05/2027.
- Make & Model
- VOLVO V50
- Year / Origin
- 2006 · Reading
- MOT Status
- Valid until 04/05/2027
- Road Tax
- —
- Recorded Mileage
- 189,422 mi
- ULEZ Compliance
- Non-Compliant (Pre-Euro 6 Diesel)
- Fuel & Engine
- Diesel · 2.0L
- Reliability Guide
- Common Faults
- Fuel Type
- Diesel
- Year
- 2006
- Engine
- 1997cc
RV56 UAM Key Findings
- 29 MOT tests recorded
- Latest MOT passed on 06/05/2026
- 189,422 miles recorded at latest MOT
- 11 historical MOT failures
- 5 defects noted at the latest MOT
- Recurring tyres items (20 mentions)
Derived directly from the recorded DVSA and DVLA data shown on this page.
MOT Roadworthiness: Average
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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.
RV56 UAM Mileage History
- 03/09/200930,908 mi
- 03/09/200930,908 mi
- 11/10/201040,606 mi+9,698 mi
- 11/10/201040,606 mi
- 11/10/201151,219 mi+10,613 mi
- 11/10/201151,219 mi
- 24/10/201260,132 mi+8,913 mi
- 26/07/201367,370 mi+7,238 mi
- 21/07/201477,150 mi+9,780 mi
- 21/07/201586,214 mi+9,064 mi
- 20/07/201695,270 mi+9,056 mi
- 21/07/201695,281 mi+11 mi
- 17/02/2017100,368 mi+5,087 mi
- 24/01/2018112,398 mi+12,030 mi
- 23/01/2019127,282 mi+14,884 mi
- 06/02/2020141,001 mi+13,719 mi
- 17/02/2020141,451 mi+450 mi
- 24/02/2021148,667 mi+7,216 mi
- 26/02/2021148,667 mi
- 01/02/2022157,448 mi+8,781 mi
- 14/02/2022157,455 mi+7 mi
- 25/01/2023166,305 mi+8,850 mi
- 08/02/2023166,305 mi
- 06/02/2024177,247 mi+10,942 mi
- 12/02/2024177,261 mi+14 mi
- 01/04/2025180,934 mi+3,673 mi
- 03/04/2025180,936 mi+2 mi
- 06/05/2026189,422 mi+8,486 mi
- 06/05/2026189,422 mi
Average of roughly 9,508 miles per year across 29 recorded odometer readings.
RV56 UAM MOT History
Interpretation generated from the recorded test data above — not an official DVSA statement and not a substitute for an independent inspection.
29 MOT tests are recorded for this 2006 Volvo V50 (RV56 UAM) between September 2009 and May 2026.
The record contains 18 passes and 11 failures.
The most recent test on 06 May 2026 was a pass, although the earlier record includes 11 failures that buyers may want to investigate.
Across all tests, the most frequently flagged areas are: Tyres (20 issues), Lighting (14 issues), Suspension (13 issues), Brakes (10 issues), Windscreen (7 issues). Repeated mentions in one area can indicate an ongoing pattern worth checking in person.
In total 44 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 Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))”; “Nearside Front Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure Inner sidewall (5.2.3 (d) (ii))”; “Offside Front Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure Inner sidewall (5.2.3 (d) (ii))”.
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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