2006 Volvo V50 2.0L Diesel · WG06 OES
2006 Volvo V50 (2.0L, diesel). First registered 26 Aug 2006. Recorded mileage 161,942 miles. MOT expired on 01 Dec 2023.
- Make & Model
- VOLVO V50
- Year / Origin
- 2006 · Exeter
- Safety Recall
- Unknown
- MOT Status
- Expired on 01 Dec 2023
- Road Tax
- —
- Recorded Mileage
- 161,942 mi
- ULEZ Compliance
- Non-Compliant (Pre-Euro 6 Diesel)
- Fuel & Engine
- Diesel · 2.0L
- Reliability Guide
- Common Faults
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WG06 OES Key Findings
- 20 MOT tests recorded
- Latest MOT passed on 02/12/2022
- 161,942 miles recorded at latest MOT
- 6 historical MOT failures
- No defects recorded at the latest MOT
- Recurring tyres items (18 mentions)
Derived directly from the recorded DVSA and DVLA data shown on this page.
WG06 OES MOT History
Interpretation generated from the recorded test data above — not an official DVSA statement and not a substitute for an independent inspection.
20 MOT tests are recorded for this 2006 Volvo V50 (WG06 OES) between August 2009 and December 2022.
The record contains 14 passes and 6 failures.
The most recent test on 02 December 2022 was a pass, although the earlier record includes 6 failures that buyers may want to investigate.
Across all tests, the most frequently flagged areas are: Tyres (18 issues), Suspension (6 issues), Lighting (6 issues), Brakes (1 issue). Repeated mentions in one area can indicate an ongoing pattern worth checking in person.
In total 18 advisory notices are recorded. Advisories flag items that passed but may need attention before the next test; they are not evidence of how well the vehicle has been serviced.
Recorded failure items include: “Offside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))”; “Nearside Rear Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))”; “Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))”.
WG06 OES Mileage History
- 06/08/200923,725 mi
- 06/08/200923,727 mi+2 mi
- 27/07/201027,808 mi+4,081 mi
- 05/12/201140,579 mi+12,771 mi
- 10/12/201252,665 mi+12,086 mi
- 10/12/201360,832 mi+8,167 mi
- 04/12/201471,139 mi+10,307 mi
- 30/11/201583,324 mi+12,185 mi
- 30/11/201583,324 mi
- 19/11/201692,029 mi+8,705 mi
- 29/11/2017103,891 mi+11,862 mi
- 18/12/2018115,288 mi+11,397 mi
- 19/12/2018115,319 mi+31 mi
- 02/01/2020127,280 mi+11,961 mi
- 02/01/2020127,280 mi
- 10/12/2020135,808 mi+8,528 mi
- 11/12/2020135,808 mi
- 19/11/2021147,647 mi+11,839 mi
- 01/12/2022161,942 mi+14,295 mi
- 02/12/2022161,942 mi
Average of roughly 10,375 miles per year across 20 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: Below 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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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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