2010 Volvo V50 1.6L Diesel · AJ10 YRT
2010 Volvo V50 (1.6L, diesel). First registered 25 Jun 2010. Recorded mileage 180,242 miles. MOT valid until 01 Feb 2027.
- Make & Model
- VOLVO V50
- Year / Origin
- 2010 · Peterborough
- Safety Recall
- Unknown
- MOT Status
- Valid until 01 Feb 2027
- Road Tax
- —
- Recorded Mileage
- 180,242 mi
- ULEZ Compliance
- Non-Compliant (Pre-Euro 6 Diesel)
- Fuel & Engine
- Diesel · 1.6L
- Reliability Guide
- Common Faults
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AJ10 YRT Key Findings
- 19 MOT tests recorded
- Latest MOT passed on 02/02/2026
- 180,242 miles recorded at latest MOT
- 6 historical MOT failures
- 7 defects noted at the latest MOT
- Recurring lighting items (16 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.
AJ10 YRT Mileage History
- 08/07/201351,909 mi
- 08/07/201351,909 mi
- 20/06/201469,809 mi+17,900 mi
- 25/07/201591,215 mi+21,406 mi
- 25/07/201591,215 mi
- 30/06/2016105,158 mi+13,943 mi
- 07/07/2017115,890 mi+10,732 mi
- 14/07/2017116,160 mi+270 mi
- 31/07/2018128,315 mi+12,155 mi
- 11/07/2019140,093 mi+11,778 mi
- 30/01/2021151,839 mi+11,746 mi
- 31/01/2022158,095 mi+6,256 mi
- 01/02/2022158,095 mi
- 23/01/2023161,383 mi+3,288 mi
- 30/01/2024170,203 mi+8,820 mi
- 30/01/2024170,203 mi
- 31/01/2025175,566 mi+5,363 mi
- 30/01/2026180,226 mi+4,660 mi
- 02/02/2026180,242 mi+16 mi
Average of roughly 10,208 miles per year across 19 recorded odometer readings.
AJ10 YRT MOT History
Interpretation generated from the recorded test data above — not an official DVSA statement and not a substitute for an independent inspection.
19 MOT tests are recorded for this 2010 Volvo V50 (AJ10 YRT) between July 2013 and February 2026.
The record contains 13 passes and 6 failures.
The most recent test on 02 February 2026 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: Lighting (16 issues), Tyres (13 issues), Brakes (12 issues), Suspension (6 issues), Exhaust & Emissions (5 issues). Repeated mentions in one area can indicate an ongoing pattern worth checking in person.
In total 42 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 Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))”; “Offside Rear Road wheel fixing missing (5.2.1 (a) (i))”; “Nearside Front 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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