2006 Volvo V50 2.4L Petrol · WD55 BOV
2006 Volvo V50 (2.4L, petrol). First registered 30/01/2006. Recorded mileage 163,921 miles. MOT valid until 10/12/2026.
- Make & Model
- VOLVO V50
- Year / Origin
- 2006 · Exeter
- MOT Status
- Valid until 10/12/2026
- Road Tax
- —
- Recorded Mileage
- 163,921 mi
- ULEZ Compliance
- ULEZ Compliant (Euro 4+)
- Fuel & Engine
- Petrol · 2.4L
- Reliability Guide
- Common Faults
- Fuel Type
- Petrol
- Year
- 2006
- Engine
- 2435cc
WD55 BOV Key Findings
- 5 MOT tests recorded
- Latest MOT passed on 11/12/2025
- 163,921 miles recorded at latest MOT
- 2 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: Average
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.
WD55 BOV Mileage History
- 04/10/2023153,184 mi
- 10/10/2023153,185 mi+1 mi
- 07/10/2024160,031 mi+6,846 mi
- 02/12/2025163,907 mi+3,876 mi
- 11/12/2025163,921 mi+14 mi
Average of roughly 4,907 miles per year across 5 recorded odometer readings.
WD55 BOV 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 (WD55 BOV) between October 2023 and December 2025.
The record contains 3 passes and 2 failures.
The most recent test on 11 December 2025 was a pass, although the earlier record includes 2 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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