2007 Volvo V50 1.6L Petrol · SL57 RKA
2007 Volvo V50 (1.6L, petrol). First registered 01 Sept 2007. Recorded mileage 110,882 miles. MOT valid until 12 Jun 2027. Taxed until 01 Jul 2027.
- Make & Model
- VOLVO V50
- Year / Origin
- 2007 · Edinburgh
- Safety Recall
- Unknown
- MOT Status
- Valid until 12 Jun 2027
- Road Tax
- Taxed (01 Jul 2027)
- Recorded Mileage
- 110,882 mi
- ULEZ Compliance
- ULEZ Compliant (Euro 4+)
- Fuel & Engine
- PETROL · 1.6L
- Reliability Guide
- Common Faults
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SL57 RKA Key Findings
- 5 MOT tests recorded
- Latest MOT passed on 08/06/2026
- 110,882 miles recorded at latest MOT
- 2 historical MOT failures
- 4 defects noted at the latest MOT
- Recurring suspension items (8 mentions)
Derived directly from the recorded DVSA and DVLA data shown on this page.
SL57 RKA 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 (SL57 RKA) between June 2024 and June 2026.
The record contains 3 passes and 2 failures.
The most recent test on 08 June 2026 was a pass, although the earlier record includes 2 failures that buyers may want to investigate.
Across all tests, the most frequently flagged areas are: Suspension (8 issues), Brakes (5 issues), Lighting (4 issues), Exhaust & Emissions (2 issues), Tyres (2 issues). Repeated mentions in one area can indicate an ongoing pattern worth checking in person.
In total 18 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: “Nearside Front Inner Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))”; “Offside Front Upper Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))”; “Nearside Front Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))”.
SL57 RKA Mileage History
- 04/06/2024102,737 mi
- 09/06/2025107,124 mi+4,387 mi
- 09/06/2025107,128 mi+4 mi
- 08/06/2026110,881 mi+3,753 mi
- 08/06/2026110,882 mi+1 mi
Average of roughly 4,052 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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