2006 Volvo V50 2.0L Diesel · SM06 XPO
2006 Volvo V50 (2.0L, diesel). First registered 21/07/2006. Recorded mileage 125,989 miles. MOT status: Expired.
- Make & Model
- VOLVO V50
- Year / Origin
- 2006 · Edinburgh
- Safety Recall
- Unknown
- MOT Status
- Valid until 06/08/2026
- Road Tax
- —
- Recorded Mileage
- 125,989 mi
- ULEZ Compliance
- Non-Compliant (Pre-Euro 6 Diesel)
- Fuel & Engine
- Diesel · 2.0L
- Reliability Guide
- Common Faults
- Fuel Type
- Diesel
- Year
- 2006
- Engine
- 1998cc
SM06 XPO Key Findings
- 5 MOT tests recorded
- Latest MOT passed on 07/08/2025
- 125,989 miles recorded at latest MOT
- 3 historical MOT failures
- No defects recorded at the latest MOT
Derived directly from the recorded DVSA and DVLA data shown on this page.
MOT Roadworthiness: Poor
This rating reflects historical MOT pass rates and recurring advisory wear patterns from official DVSA test logs. Note that roadworthiness does not verify outstanding finance, insurance write-offs, or stolen records.
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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.
SM06 XPO Mileage History
- 21/06/2023119,188 mi
- 26/06/2023119,192 mi+4 mi
- 01/07/2024123,615 mi+4,423 mi
- 05/08/2025125,987 mi+2,372 mi
- 07/08/2025125,989 mi+2 mi
Average of roughly 3,193 miles per year across 5 recorded odometer readings.
SM06 XPO 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 (SM06 XPO) between June 2023 and August 2025.
The record contains 2 passes and 3 failures.
The most recent test on 07 August 2025 was a pass, although the earlier record includes 3 failures that buyers may want to investigate.
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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