2006 Volvo V50 1.8L Petrol · WK56 GWE
2006 Volvo V50 (1.8L, petrol). First registered 17/09/2006. Recorded mileage 93,272 miles. MOT valid until 11/02/2027.
- Make & Model
- VOLVO V50
- Year / Origin
- 2006 · Truro
- Safety Recall
- Unknown
- MOT Status
- Valid until 11/02/2027
- Road Tax
- —
- Recorded Mileage
- 93,272 mi
- ULEZ Compliance
- ULEZ Compliant (Euro 4+)
- Fuel & Engine
- Petrol · 1.8L
- Reliability Guide
- Common Faults
- Fuel Type
- Petrol
- Year
- 2006
- Engine
- 1798cc
WK56 GWE Key Findings
- 5 MOT tests recorded
- Latest MOT passed on 04/02/2026
- 93,272 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: Good
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.
WK56 GWE Mileage History
- 07/02/202385,673 mi
- 12/02/202490,347 mi+4,674 mi
- 12/02/202490,347 mi
- 06/02/202591,993 mi+1,646 mi
- 04/02/202693,272 mi+1,279 mi
Average of roughly 2,540 miles per year across 5 recorded odometer readings.
WK56 GWE 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 (WK56 GWE) between February 2023 and February 2026.
The record contains 4 passes and 1 failure.
The most recent test on 04 February 2026 was a pass, although the earlier record includes 1 failure 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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