2006 Volvo V50 2.0L Diesel · SL56 XVJ
2006 Volvo V50 (2.0L, diesel). First registered 04 Nov 2006. Recorded mileage 137,684 miles. MOT expired on 04 Nov 2025.
- Make & Model
- VOLVO V50
- Year / Origin
- 2006 · Edinburgh
- Safety Recall
- Unknown
- MOT Status
- Expired on 04 Nov 2025
- Road Tax
- —
- Recorded Mileage
- 137,684 mi
- ULEZ Compliance
- Non-Compliant (Pre-Euro 6 Diesel)
- Fuel & Engine
- Diesel · 2.0L
- Reliability Guide
- Common Faults
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SL56 XVJ Key Findings
- 5 MOT tests recorded
- Latest MOT passed on 22/10/2024
- 137,684 miles recorded at latest MOT
- 1 historical MOT failure
- No defects recorded at the latest MOT
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SL56 XVJ 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 (SL56 XVJ) between October 2021 and October 2024.
The record contains 4 passes and 1 failure.
The most recent test on 22 October 2024 was a pass, although the earlier record includes 1 failure that buyers may want to investigate.
SL56 XVJ Mileage History
- 28/10/2021114,671 mi
- 28/10/2022121,623 mi+6,952 mi
- 02/11/2022121,647 mi+24 mi
- 19/10/2023129,562 mi+7,915 mi
- 22/10/2024137,684 mi+8,122 mi
Average of roughly 7,712 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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