2007 Volvo V50 1.8L Petrol · ST57 BFU
2007 Volvo V50 (1.8L, petrol). First registered 27 Nov 2007. Recorded mileage 148,772 miles. MOT expired on 29 Oct 2023.
- Make & Model
- VOLVO V50
- Year / Origin
- 2007 · Dundee
- Safety Recall
- Unknown
- MOT Status
- Expired on 29 Oct 2023
- Road Tax
- —
- Recorded Mileage
- 148,772 mi
- ULEZ Compliance
- ULEZ Compliant (Euro 4+)
- Fuel & Engine
- Petrol · 1.8L
- Reliability Guide
- Common Faults
ST57 BFU Key Findings
- 5 MOT tests recorded
- Latest MOT failed on 09/01/2024
- 148,772 miles recorded at latest MOT
- 3 historical MOT failures
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.
ST57 BFU Mileage History
- 14/10/2021125,244 mi
- 18/10/2022140,647 mi+15,403 mi
- 20/10/2022140,647 mi
- 19/12/2023148,733 mi+8,086 mi
- 09/01/2024148,772 mi+39 mi
Average of roughly 10,515 miles per year across 5 recorded odometer readings.
ST57 BFU 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 (ST57 BFU) between October 2021 and January 2024.
The record contains 2 passes and 3 failures.
The most recent test on 09 January 2024 was a fail; the vehicle has not passed its last recorded MOT.
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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