2010 Volvo V50 1.6L Diesel · SP60 AMO
2010 Volvo V50 (1.6L, diesel). First registered 01 Dec 2010. Recorded mileage 108,601 miles. MOT expired on 30 Sept 2024.
- Make & Model
- VOLVO V50
- Year / Origin
- 2010 · Dundee
- Safety Recall
- Unknown
- MOT Status
- Expired on 30 Sept 2024
- Road Tax
- —
- Recorded Mileage
- 108,601 mi
- ULEZ Compliance
- Non-Compliant (Pre-Euro 6 Diesel)
- Fuel & Engine
- Diesel · 1.6L
- Reliability Guide
- Common Faults
SP60 AMO Key Findings
- 5 MOT tests recorded
- Latest MOT passed on 02/10/2023
- 108,601 miles recorded at latest MOT
- 2 historical MOT failures
- 1 defect noted at the latest MOT
- Recurring tyres items (7 mentions)
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.
SP60 AMO Mileage History
- 23/09/202196,293 mi
- 23/09/202196,293 mi
- 29/09/2022102,610 mi+6,317 mi
- 28/09/2023108,589 mi+5,979 mi
- 02/10/2023108,601 mi+12 mi
Average of roughly 6,082 miles per year across 5 recorded odometer readings.
SP60 AMO 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 2010 Volvo V50 (SP60 AMO) between September 2021 and October 2023.
The record contains 3 passes and 2 failures.
The most recent test on 02 October 2023 was a pass, although the earlier record includes 2 failures that buyers may want to investigate.
Across all tests, the most frequently flagged areas are: Tyres (7 issues), Suspension (4 issues), Lighting (3 issues). Repeated mentions in one area can indicate an ongoing pattern worth checking in person.
In total 8 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: “Offside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage fractured (5.3.3 (b) (ii))”; “Nearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage fractured (5.3.3 (b) (ii))”; “Nearside Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7”.
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.
- Powershift gearbox faults(Serious)
Dual-clutch Powershift transmissions can jerk, overheat or fail expensively if the correct servicing has been skipped.
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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.
- Powershift gearbox faultsSerious
Dual-clutch Powershift transmissions can jerk, overheat or fail expensively if the correct servicing has been skipped.
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