2006 Volvo V50 2.4L Diesel · ST56 FZA
2006 Volvo V50 (2.4L, diesel). First registered 11 Dec 2006. Recorded mileage 141,125 miles. MOT expired on 01 Oct 2024. A manufacturer safety recall is currently outstanding.
- Make & Model
- VOLVO V50
- Year / Origin
- 2006 · Dundee
- Safety Recall
- Recall Notice
- MOT Status
- Expired on 01 Oct 2024
- Road Tax
- —
- Recorded Mileage
- 141,125 mi
- ULEZ Compliance
- Non-Compliant (Pre-Euro 6 Diesel)
- Fuel & Engine
- Diesel · 2.4L
- Reliability Guide
- Common Faults
Outstanding Safety Recall Notice
Action RequiredOfficial DVSA telemetry indicates this vehicle has an unaddressed manufacturer safety recall. Remedial repairs are legally required to be carried out 100% free of charge by an authorised main dealer.
ST56 FZA Key Findings
- 3 MOT tests recorded
- Outstanding manufacturer safety recall notice
- Latest MOT passed on 03/10/2023
- 141,125 miles recorded at latest MOT
- 1 historical MOT failure
- No defects recorded at the latest MOT
Derived directly from the recorded DVSA and DVLA data shown on this page.
MOT Roadworthiness: Poor
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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.
ST56 FZA Mileage History
- 30/08/2022140,582 mi
- 01/09/2022140,611 mi+29 mi
- 03/10/2023141,125 mi+514 mi
Average of roughly 497 miles per year across 3 recorded odometer readings.
ST56 FZA MOT History
Interpretation generated from the recorded test data above — not an official DVSA statement and not a substitute for an independent inspection.
3 MOT tests are recorded for this 2006 Volvo V50 (ST56 FZA) between August 2022 and October 2023.
The record contains 2 passes and 1 failure.
The most recent test on 03 October 2023 was a pass, although the earlier record includes 1 failure that buyers may want to investigate.
Across all tests, the most frequently flagged areas are: Suspension (1 issue), Lighting (1 issue), Tyres (1 issue). Repeated mentions in one area can indicate an ongoing pattern worth checking in person.
Recorded failure items include: “Nearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))”; “Offside Rear Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))”.
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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