2006 Volvo V50 2.0L Diesel · YK56 UDD
2006 Volvo V50 (2.0L, diesel). First registered 01 Sept 2006. Recorded mileage 168,472 miles. MOT expired on 06 Jan 2025.
- Make & Model
- VOLVO V50
- Year / Origin
- 2006 · Leeds
- Safety Recall
- Unknown
- MOT Status
- Expired on 06 Jan 2025
- Road Tax
- —
- Recorded Mileage
- 168,472 mi
- ULEZ Compliance
- Non-Compliant (Pre-Euro 6 Diesel)
- Fuel & Engine
- Diesel · 2.0L
- Reliability Guide
- Common Faults
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YK56 UDD Key Findings
- 5 MOT tests recorded
- Latest MOT failed on 02/01/2025
- 168,472 miles recorded at latest MOT
- 2 historical MOT failures
Derived directly from the recorded DVSA and DVLA data shown on this page.
YK56 UDD 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 (YK56 UDD) between December 2021 and January 2025.
The record contains 3 passes and 2 failures.
The most recent test on 02 January 2025 was a fail; the vehicle has not passed its last recorded MOT.
YK56 UDD Mileage History
- 22/12/2021144,842 mi
- 06/01/2023153,693 mi+8,851 mi
- 03/01/2024161,205 mi+7,512 mi
- 03/01/2024161,205 mi
- 02/01/2025168,472 mi+7,267 mi
Average of roughly 7,798 miles per year across 5 recorded odometer readings.
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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.
MOT Roadworthiness: Below Average
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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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