2006 Volvo V50 1.8L Petrol · SM06 FZW
2006 Volvo V50 (1.8L, petrol). First registered 31 Aug 2006. Recorded mileage 105,017 miles. MOT expired on 13 Sept 2022.
- Make & Model
- VOLVO V50
- Year / Origin
- 2006 · Edinburgh
- Safety Recall
- Unknown
- MOT Status
- Expired on 13 Sept 2022
- Road Tax
- —
- Recorded Mileage
- 105,017 mi
- ULEZ Compliance
- ULEZ Compliant (Euro 4+)
- Fuel & Engine
- Petrol · 1.8L
- Reliability Guide
- Common Faults
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This vehicle has not had an MOT in the past 5 years. Mechanical analysis was skipped.
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SM06 FZW Key Findings
- 3 MOT tests recorded
- Latest MOT passed on 14/09/2021
- 105,017 miles recorded at latest MOT
- 2 historical MOT failures
- No defects recorded at the latest MOT
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SM06 FZW MOT History
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3 MOT tests are recorded for this 2006 Volvo V50 (SM06 FZW) between September 2021 and September 2021.
The record contains 1 pass and 2 failures.
The most recent test on 14 September 2021 was a pass, although the earlier record includes 2 failures that buyers may want to investigate.
SM06 FZW Mileage History
- 01/09/2021104,973 mi
- 14/09/2021105,017 mi+44 mi
- 14/09/2021105,017 mi
Average of roughly 1,221 miles per year across 3 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: Poor
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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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