2006 Volvo V50 1.8L Petrol · SK56 OSX
2006 Volvo V50 (1.8L, petrol). First registered 20 Sept 2006. Recorded mileage 94,419 miles. MOT expired on 20 Sept 2022.
- Make & Model
- VOLVO V50
- Year / Origin
- 2006 · Edinburgh
- Safety Recall
- Unknown
- MOT Status
- Expired on 20 Sept 2022
- Road Tax
- —
- Recorded Mileage
- 94,419 mi
- ULEZ Compliance
- ULEZ Compliant (Euro 4+)
- Fuel & Engine
- Petrol · 1.8L
- Reliability Guide
- Common Faults
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SK56 OSX Key Findings
- 17 MOT tests recorded
- Latest MOT passed on 16/09/2021
- 94,419 miles recorded at latest MOT
- 4 historical MOT failures
- No defects recorded at the latest MOT
- Recurring brakes items (10 mentions)
Derived directly from the recorded DVSA and DVLA data shown on this page.
SK56 OSX MOT History
Interpretation generated from the recorded test data above — not an official DVSA statement and not a substitute for an independent inspection.
17 MOT tests are recorded for this 2006 Volvo V50 (SK56 OSX) between September 2009 and September 2021.
The record contains 13 passes and 4 failures.
The most recent test on 16 September 2021 was a pass, although the earlier record includes 4 failures that buyers may want to investigate.
Across all tests, the most frequently flagged areas are: Brakes (10 issues), Tyres (3 issues), Lighting (2 issues), Suspension (2 issues), Exhaust & Emissions (2 issues). Repeated mentions in one area can indicate an ongoing pattern worth checking in person.
In total 10 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 coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)”; “Rear Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)”; “Front Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)”.
SK56 OSX Mileage History
- 18/09/200922,753 mi
- 18/09/200922,753 mi
- 14/09/201030,415 mi+7,662 mi
- 14/09/201030,415 mi
- 15/09/201137,323 mi+6,908 mi
- 11/09/201244,383 mi+7,060 mi
- 17/09/201352,873 mi+8,490 mi
- 19/09/201460,543 mi+7,670 mi
- 14/09/201566,933 mi+6,390 mi
- 15/09/201566,933 mi
- 12/09/201672,631 mi+5,698 mi
- 13/09/201672,631 mi
- 19/09/201777,346 mi+4,715 mi
- 17/09/201882,074 mi+4,728 mi
- 05/09/201985,682 mi+3,608 mi
- 19/09/202090,102 mi+4,420 mi
- 16/09/202194,419 mi+4,317 mi
Average of roughly 5,975 miles per year across 17 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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