2007 Volvo V50 2.0L Diesel · YP57 VRC
2007 Volvo V50 (2.0L, diesel). First registered 11/12/2007. Recorded mileage 178,719 miles. MOT status: Expired.
- Make & Model
- VOLVO V50
- Year / Origin
- 2007 · Sheffield
- Safety Recall
- Unknown
- MOT Status
- Valid until 09/10/2025
- Road Tax
- —
- Recorded Mileage
- 178,719 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
YP57 VRC Key Findings
- 5 MOT tests recorded
- Latest MOT failed on 16/09/2025
- 178,719 miles recorded at latest MOT
- 3 historical MOT failures
Derived directly from the recorded DVSA and DVLA data shown on this page.
MOT Roadworthiness: Poor
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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.
YP57 VRC Mileage History
- 04/10/2023170,376 mi
- 10/10/2023170,378 mi+2 mi
- 17/09/2024174,517 mi+4,139 mi
- 28/09/2024174,657 mi+140 mi
- 16/09/2025178,719 mi+4,062 mi
Average of roughly 4,274 miles per year across 5 recorded odometer readings.
YP57 VRC 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 (YP57 VRC) between October 2023 and September 2025.
The record contains 2 passes and 3 failures.
The most recent test on 16 September 2025 was a fail; the vehicle has not passed its last recorded MOT.
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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