2006 Volvo V50 2.0L Diesel · WK56 WDG
2006 Volvo V50 (2.0L, diesel). First registered 15 Sept 2006. Recorded mileage 33,364 miles. MOT expired on 19 Dec 2024.
- Make & Model
- VOLVO V50
- Year / Origin
- 2006 · Truro
- Safety Recall
- Unknown
- MOT Status
- Expired on 19 Dec 2024
- Road Tax
- —
- Recorded Mileage
- 33,364 mi
- ULEZ Compliance
- Non-Compliant (Pre-Euro 6 Diesel)
- Fuel & Engine
- Diesel · 2.0L
- Reliability Guide
- Common Faults
WK56 WDG Key Findings
- 5 MOT tests recorded
- Latest MOT passed on 20/12/2023
- 33,364 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: Below Average
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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 WDG Mileage History
- 20/11/2021114,480 mi
- 22/11/2021114,482 mi+2 mi
- 06/12/2022124,740 mi+10,258 mi
- 19/12/2023133,363 mi+8,623 mi
- 20/12/202333,364 mi-99,999 mi
Average of roughly -38,984 miles per year across 5 recorded odometer readings.
Recorded mileage decreased between one or more tests — a potential clocking indicator worth verifying before purchase.
WK56 WDG 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 WDG) between November 2021 and December 2023.
The record contains 3 passes and 2 failures.
The most recent test on 20 December 2023 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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- 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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