2007 Volvo V50 2.0L Diesel · YY57 VFT
2007 Volvo V50 (2.0L, diesel). First registered 01/09/2007. Recorded mileage 241,583 miles. MOT status: Expired.
- Make & Model
- VOLVO V50
- Year / Origin
- 2007 · Beverley / Hull
- Safety Recall
- Unknown
- MOT Status
- Valid until 16/12/2024
- Road Tax
- —
- Recorded Mileage
- 241,583 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
YY57 VFT Key Findings
- 20 MOT tests recorded
- Latest MOT passed on 15/12/2023
- 241,583 miles recorded at latest MOT
- 6 historical MOT failures
- 10 defects noted at the latest MOT
- Recurring suspension items (38 mentions)
Derived directly from the recorded DVSA and DVLA data shown on this page.
MOT Roadworthiness: Below 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.
YY57 VFT Mileage History
- 20/08/201033,037 mi
- 23/08/201143,661 mi+10,624 mi
- 25/08/201143,730 mi+69 mi
- 28/08/201253,501 mi+9,771 mi
- 19/08/201362,388 mi+8,887 mi
- 11/08/201471,096 mi+8,708 mi
- 30/06/201577,707 mi+6,611 mi
- 08/06/2016105,451 mi+27,744 mi
- 22/06/2017134,055 mi+28,604 mi
- 27/06/2018158,665 mi+24,610 mi
- 28/06/2018158,666 mi+1 mi
- 20/06/2019180,306 mi+21,640 mi
- 20/06/2019180,306 mi
- 15/12/2020204,402 mi+24,096 mi
- 17/12/2020204,403 mi+1 mi
- 06/12/2021215,971 mi+11,568 mi
- 10/12/2021216,974 mi+1,003 mi
- 01/12/2022227,586 mi+10,612 mi
- 05/12/2023241,581 mi+13,995 mi
- 15/12/2023241,583 mi+2 mi
Average of roughly 15,657 miles per year across 20 recorded odometer readings.
YY57 VFT MOT History
Interpretation generated from the recorded test data above — not an official DVSA statement and not a substitute for an independent inspection.
20 MOT tests are recorded for this 2007 Volvo V50 (YY57 VFT) between August 2010 and December 2023.
The record contains 14 passes and 6 failures.
The most recent test on 15 December 2023 was a pass, although the earlier record includes 6 failures that buyers may want to investigate.
Across all tests, the most frequently flagged areas are: Suspension (38 issues), Brakes (20 issues), Lighting (15 issues), Tyres (14 issues), Windscreen (4 issues). Repeated mentions in one area can indicate an ongoing pattern worth checking in person.
In total 82 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: “Parking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))”; “Offside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))”; “Nearside 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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