2006 Volvo V50 1.8L Petrol · YY55 OPO
2006 Volvo V50 (1.8L, petrol). First registered 26/01/2006. Recorded mileage 80,470 miles. MOT valid until 05/11/2026.
- Make & Model
- VOLVO V50
- Year / Origin
- 2006 · Beverley / Hull
- Safety Recall
- Unknown
- MOT Status
- Valid until 05/11/2026
- Road Tax
- —
- Recorded Mileage
- 80,470 mi
- ULEZ Compliance
- ULEZ Compliant (Euro 4+)
- Fuel & Engine
- Petrol · 1.8L
- Reliability Guide
- Common Faults
- Fuel Type
- Petrol
- Year
- 2006
- Engine
- 1798cc
YY55 OPO Key Findings
- 5 MOT tests recorded
- Latest MOT passed on 04/11/2025
- 80,470 miles recorded at latest MOT
- 2 historical MOT failures
- No defects recorded at the latest MOT
Derived directly from the recorded DVSA and DVLA data shown on this page.
MOT Roadworthiness: Average
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.
YY55 OPO Mileage History
- 01/11/202375,261 mi
- 30/10/202477,683 mi+2,422 mi
- 06/11/202477,690 mi+7 mi
- 03/11/202580,469 mi+2,779 mi
- 04/11/202580,470 mi+1 mi
Average of roughly 2,592 miles per year across 5 recorded odometer readings.
YY55 OPO 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 (YY55 OPO) between November 2023 and November 2025.
The record contains 3 passes and 2 failures.
The most recent test on 04 November 2025 was a pass, although the earlier record includes 2 failures that buyers may want to investigate.
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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