2006 Volvo V50 2.4L Petrol · SL06 KXV
2006 Volvo V50 (2.4L, petrol). First registered 25 Apr 2006. Recorded mileage 77,637 miles. MOT expired on 28 Aug 2025.
- Make & Model
- VOLVO V50
- Year / Origin
- 2006 · Edinburgh
- Safety Recall
- Unknown
- MOT Status
- Expired on 28 Aug 2025
- Road Tax
- —
- Recorded Mileage
- 77,637 mi
- ULEZ Compliance
- ULEZ Compliant (Euro 4+)
- Fuel & Engine
- Petrol · 2.4L
- Reliability Guide
- Common Faults
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SL06 KXV Key Findings
- 5 MOT tests recorded
- Latest MOT passed on 12/08/2024
- 77,637 miles recorded at latest MOT
- 1 historical MOT failure
- No defects recorded at the latest MOT
Derived directly from the recorded DVSA and DVLA data shown on this page.
SL06 KXV 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 (SL06 KXV) between March 2022 and August 2024.
The record contains 4 passes and 1 failure.
The most recent test on 12 August 2024 was a pass, although the earlier record includes 1 failure that buyers may want to investigate.
SL06 KXV Mileage History
- 28/03/202260,452 mi
- 29/08/202261,175 mi+723 mi
- 28/08/202373,534 mi+12,359 mi
- 12/08/202477,637 mi+4,103 mi
- 12/08/202477,637 mi
Average of roughly 7,231 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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