2010 Volvo V50 1.6L Diesel · AJ10 FPG
2010 Volvo V50 (1.6L, diesel). First registered 28 May 2010. Recorded mileage 118,349 miles. MOT valid until 22 Jan 2027.
- Make & Model
- VOLVO V50
- Year / Origin
- 2010 · Peterborough
- Safety Recall
- Unknown
- MOT Status
- Valid until 22 Jan 2027
- Road Tax
- —
- Recorded Mileage
- 118,349 mi
- ULEZ Compliance
- Non-Compliant (Pre-Euro 6 Diesel)
- Fuel & Engine
- Diesel · 1.6L
- Reliability Guide
- Common Faults
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AJ10 FPG Key Findings
- 5 MOT tests recorded
- Latest MOT passed on 23/01/2026
- 118,349 miles recorded at latest MOT
- 1 historical MOT failure
- No defects recorded at the latest MOT
Derived directly from the recorded DVSA and DVLA data shown on this page.
AJ10 FPG 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 (AJ10 FPG) between January 2023 and January 2026.
The record contains 4 passes and 1 failure.
The most recent test on 23 January 2026 was a pass, although the earlier record includes 1 failure that buyers may want to investigate.
AJ10 FPG Mileage History
- 10/01/2023111,760 mi
- 10/01/2023111,760 mi
- 10/01/2024114,497 mi+2,737 mi
- 02/01/2025116,586 mi+2,089 mi
- 23/01/2026118,349 mi+1,763 mi
Average of roughly 2,170 miles per year across 5 recorded odometer readings.
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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.
MOT Roadworthiness: Good
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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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