2007 Volvo V50 2.0L Diesel · YC57 KCJ
2007 Volvo V50 (2.0L, diesel). First registered 29/11/2007. Recorded mileage 183,281 miles. MOT valid until 30/10/2026.
- Make & Model
- VOLVO V50
- Year / Origin
- 2007 · Leeds
- Safety Recall
- Unknown
- MOT Status
- Valid until 30/10/2026
- Road Tax
- —
- Recorded Mileage
- 183,281 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 KCJ Key Findings
- 5 MOT tests recorded
- Latest MOT passed on 31/10/2025
- 183,281 miles recorded at latest MOT
- 1 historical MOT failure
- 8 defects noted at the latest MOT
- Recurring brakes items (5 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.
YC57 KCJ Mileage History
- 18/10/2022147,170 mi
- 18/10/2022147,170 mi
- 29/10/2023161,611 mi+14,441 mi
- 28/10/2024173,246 mi+11,635 mi
- 31/10/2025183,281 mi+10,035 mi
Average of roughly 11,889 miles per year across 5 recorded odometer readings.
YC57 KCJ 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 KCJ) between October 2022 and October 2025.
The record contains 4 passes and 1 failure.
The most recent test on 31 October 2025 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: Brakes (5 issues), Exhaust & Emissions (5 issues), Suspension (3 issues), Lighting (2 issues), Tyres (2 issues). Repeated mentions in one area can indicate an ongoing pattern worth checking in person.
In total 14 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: “Fuel pipe leaking (6.1.3 (b) (i))”; “Nearside Front Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))”; “Offside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))”.
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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