2006 Volvo V50 1.8L Petrol · ST06 WKO
2006 Volvo V50 (1.8L, petrol). First registered 31 Aug 2006. Recorded mileage 121,826 miles. MOT expired on 27 Jun 2023.
- Make & Model
- VOLVO V50
- Year / Origin
- 2006 · Dundee
- Safety Recall
- Unknown
- MOT Status
- Expired on 27 Jun 2023
- Road Tax
- —
- Recorded Mileage
- 121,826 mi
- ULEZ Compliance
- ULEZ Compliant (Euro 4+)
- Fuel & Engine
- Petrol · 1.8L
- Reliability Guide
- Common Faults
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ST06 WKO Key Findings
- 4 MOT tests recorded
- Latest MOT failed on 12/06/2023
- 121,826 miles recorded at latest MOT
- 3 historical MOT failures
Derived directly from the recorded DVSA and DVLA data shown on this page.
ST06 WKO MOT History
Interpretation generated from the recorded test data above — not an official DVSA statement and not a substitute for an independent inspection.
4 MOT tests are recorded for this 2006 Volvo V50 (ST06 WKO) between May 2022 and June 2023.
The record contains 1 pass and 3 failures.
The most recent test on 12 June 2023 was a fail; the vehicle has not passed its last recorded MOT.
ST06 WKO Mileage History
- 05/05/2022117,720 mi
- 27/06/2022117,796 mi+76 mi
- 28/06/2022117,798 mi+2 mi
- 12/06/2023121,826 mi+4,028 mi
Average of roughly 3,723 miles per year across 4 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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