2007 Volvo V50 2.0L Diesel · YC57 KCG
2007 Volvo V50 (2.0L, diesel). First registered 16/10/2007. Recorded mileage 167,887 miles. MOT status: Expired.
- Make & Model
- VOLVO V50
- Year / Origin
- 2007 · Leeds
- Safety Recall
- Unknown
- MOT Status
- Valid until 09/05/2025
- Road Tax
- —
- Recorded Mileage
- 167,887 mi
- ULEZ Compliance
- Non-Compliant (Pre-Euro 6 Diesel)
- Fuel & Engine
- Diesel · 2.0L
- Reliability Guide
- Common Faults
- Fuel Type
- Diesel
- Year
- 2007
- Engine
- 1997cc
YC57 KCG Key Findings
- 5 MOT tests recorded
- Latest MOT passed on 08/05/2024
- 167,887 miles recorded at latest MOT
- 3 historical MOT failures
- No defects recorded at the latest MOT
- Recurring brakes items (10 mentions)
Derived directly from the recorded DVSA and DVLA data shown on this page.
MOT Roadworthiness: Poor
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.
YC57 KCG Mileage History
- 24/02/2022157,388 mi
- 24/04/2023157,396 mi+8 mi
- 11/05/2023157,398 mi+2 mi
- 08/05/2024167,887 mi+10,489 mi
- 08/05/2024167,887 mi
Average of roughly 4,770 miles per year across 5 recorded odometer readings.
YC57 KCG 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 (YC57 KCG) between February 2022 and May 2024.
The record contains 2 passes and 3 failures.
The most recent test on 08 May 2024 was a pass, although the earlier record includes 3 failures that buyers may want to investigate.
Across all tests, the most frequently flagged areas are: Brakes (10 issues), Lighting (9 issues), Suspension (4 issues), Windscreen (2 issues), Tyres (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 Rear Anti-roll bar linkage missing (5.3.3 (a) (ii))”; “Nearside Rear Brake insecure spring hold down clip (1.1.21 (c))”; “Nearside Rear Outer Brake pad(s) missing (1.1.13 (c))”.
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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