2010 Volvo V50 1.6L Diesel · 57 AE
2010 Volvo V50 (1.6L, diesel). First registered 01/05/2010. Recorded mileage 111,847 miles. MOT valid until 09/04/2027. Taxed until 01/01/2027.
- Make & Model
- VOLVO V50
- Year / Origin
- 2010
- MOT Status
- Valid until 09/04/2027
- Road Tax
- Taxed (01/01/2027)
- Recorded Mileage
- 111,847 mi
- ULEZ Compliance
- Non-Compliant (Pre-Euro 6 Diesel)
- Fuel & Engine
- DIESEL · 1.6L
- Reliability Guide
- Common Faults
- Fuel Type
- DIESEL
- Year
- 2010
- Engine
- 1560cc
57 AE Key Findings
- 5 MOT tests recorded
- Latest MOT passed on 11/04/2026
- 111,847 miles recorded at latest MOT
- 2 historical MOT failures
- 3 defects noted at the latest MOT
- Recurring suspension items (9 mentions)
Derived directly from the recorded DVSA and DVLA data shown on this page.
MOT Roadworthiness: Average
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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.
57 AE Mileage History
- 27/02/2024101,630 mi
- 27/02/2024101,630 mi
- 31/03/2025106,704 mi+5,074 mi
- 08/04/2026111,764 mi+5,060 mi
- 11/04/2026111,847 mi+83 mi
Average of roughly 4,822 miles per year across 5 recorded odometer readings.
57 AE 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 (57 AE) between February 2024 and April 2026.
The record contains 3 passes and 2 failures.
The most recent test on 11 April 2026 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: Suspension (9 issues), Brakes (5 issues), Tyres (3 issues), Lighting (2 issues), Windscreen (1 issue). Repeated mentions in one area can indicate an ongoing pattern worth checking in person.
In total 22 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: “Nearside Rear Inner Tyre has ply or cords exposed 205/50/17 (5.2.3 (d) (ii))”; “Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))”; “Nearside Front Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))”.
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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