2006 Volvo V50 2.4L Diesel · VO56 WBW
2006 Volvo V50 (2.4L, diesel). First registered 01/09/2006. Recorded mileage 174,249 miles. MOT status: Expired.
- Make & Model
- VOLVO V50
- Year / Origin
- 2006 · Worcester
- Safety Recall
- Unknown
- MOT Status
- Valid until 29/07/2025
- Road Tax
- —
- Recorded Mileage
- 174,249 mi
- ULEZ Compliance
- Non-Compliant (Pre-Euro 6 Diesel)
- Fuel & Engine
- Diesel · 2.4L
- Reliability Guide
- Common Faults
- Fuel Type
- Diesel
- Year
- 2006
- Engine
- 2401cc
VO56 WBW Key Findings
- 5 MOT tests recorded
- Latest MOT failed on 30/07/2025
- 174,249 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.
VO56 WBW Mileage History
- 18/04/2023153,782 mi
- 21/04/2023153,782 mi
- 25/04/2024160,707 mi+6,925 mi
- 30/07/2024162,398 mi+1,691 mi
- 30/07/2025174,249 mi+11,851 mi
Average of roughly 8,963 miles per year across 5 recorded odometer readings.
VO56 WBW 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 (VO56 WBW) between April 2023 and July 2025.
The record contains 2 passes and 3 failures.
The most recent test on 30 July 2025 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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