2007 Volvo V50 2.0L Diesel · SL07 VTO
2007 Volvo V50 (2.0L, diesel). First registered 03 Mar 2007. Recorded mileage 144,461 miles. MOT expired on 06 Jun 2026.
- Make & Model
- VOLVO V50
- Year / Origin
- 2007 · Edinburgh
- Safety Recall
- Unknown
- MOT Status
- Expired on 06 Jun 2026
- Road Tax
- —
- Recorded Mileage
- 144,461 mi
- ULEZ Compliance
- Non-Compliant (Pre-Euro 6 Diesel)
- Fuel & Engine
- Diesel · 2.0L
- Reliability Guide
- Common Faults
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SL07 VTO Key Findings
- 5 MOT tests recorded
- Latest MOT passed on 28/05/2025
- 144,461 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.
SL07 VTO 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 2007 Volvo V50 (SL07 VTO) between June 2022 and May 2025.
The record contains 4 passes and 1 failure.
The most recent test on 28 May 2025 was a pass, although the earlier record includes 1 failure that buyers may want to investigate.
SL07 VTO Mileage History
- 07/06/2022135,479 mi
- 09/05/2023136,503 mi+1,024 mi
- 12/05/2023136,510 mi+7 mi
- 30/05/2024140,058 mi+3,548 mi
- 28/05/2025144,461 mi+4,403 mi
Average of roughly 3,022 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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