2007 Volvo V50 2.4L Petrol · WR56 VFS
2007 Volvo V50 (2.4L, petrol). First registered 01/01/2007. Recorded mileage 194,165 miles. MOT valid until 06/06/2027. Taxed until 01/04/2027.
- Make & Model
- VOLVO V50
- Year / Origin
- 2007 · Bristol
- MOT Status
- Valid until 06/06/2027
- Road Tax
- Taxed (01/04/2027)
- Recorded Mileage
- 194,165 mi
- ULEZ Compliance
- ULEZ Compliant (Euro 4+)
- Fuel & Engine
- PETROL · 2.4L
- Reliability Guide
- Common Faults
- Fuel Type
- PETROL
- Year
- 2007
- Engine
- 2435cc
WR56 VFS Key Findings
- 5 MOT tests recorded
- Latest MOT passed on 22/05/2026
- 194,165 miles recorded at latest MOT
- 1 historical MOT failure
- No defects recorded at the latest MOT
- Recurring tyres items (2 mentions)
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.
WR56 VFS Mileage History
- 12/05/2023166,340 mi
- 19/05/2023166,559 mi+219 mi
- 28/05/2024178,132 mi+11,573 mi
- 06/06/2025190,523 mi+12,391 mi
- 22/05/2026194,165 mi+3,642 mi
Average of roughly 9,187 miles per year across 5 recorded odometer readings.
WR56 VFS 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 2007 Volvo V50 (WR56 VFS) between May 2023 and May 2026.
The record contains 4 passes and 1 failure.
The most recent test on 22 May 2026 was a pass, although the earlier record includes 1 failure that buyers may want to investigate.
Across all tests, the most frequently flagged areas are: Tyres (2 issues). Repeated mentions in one area can indicate an ongoing pattern worth checking in person.
In total 2 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 Upper Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))”; “Nearside Side repeater not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))”; “Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))”.
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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