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2010 Volvo V50 2.0L Petrol · AV60 ACU

AV60 ACU

2010 Volvo V50 (2.0L, petrol). First registered 30 Sept 2010. Recorded mileage 181,850 miles. MOT valid until 02 Jun 2027.

Make & Model
VOLVO V50
Year / Origin
2010 · Ipswich
Safety Recall
Unknown
MOT Status
Valid until 02 Jun 2027
Road Tax
—
Recorded Mileage
181,850 mi
ULEZ Compliance
ULEZ Compliant (Euro 4+)
Fuel & Engine
Petrol · 2.0L
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MOT Status
Valid
Valid until 02 Jun 2027
Tax Status
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Fuel Type
Petrol
Year
2010
Engine
1999cc
Mechanical Assessment

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This Volvo V50 presents a stable roadworthiness profile with a clean maintenance trend. The most recent MOT on 9 May 2025 at 170,508 miles passed without any defects or advisories. This follows a consistent pattern of clean passes dating back to 2022, suggesting the vehicle has been kept in a condition that meets minimum legal standards without recurring mechanical failures. The mileage accumulation is consistent with the vehicle's age, averaging roughly 10,657 miles per year. There is a notable increase in usage between May 2022 and May 2023, where the odometer rose from 120,211 to 139,956 miles. More recently, the distance covered between May 2024 and May 2025 was 14,129 miles. These figures indicate the car remains in active use rather than suffering from the degradation associated with long periods of standing. The record shows a single failure on 12 May 2022, which was resolved within five days for the pass on 17 May 2022. Because the tester recorded no specific defects for either entry, the failure was likely due to a minor administrative or easily rectified issue. The total absence of advisories over the last four years is unusual for a vehicle of this age and mileage, as one would typically expect to see mentions of tyre wear, brake disc corrosion, or suspension bush degradation. A buyer should focus their physical inspection on components that the MOT test may not exhaustively cover. Given the 170,508 mileage, check for oil leaks around the engine seals and the condition of the timing belt, as these are critical high-mileage wear items. Inspect the underside for structural corrosion and check the suspension for play, as the lack of recorded advisories may simply reflect a lenient testing regime rather than a perfect mechanical state.
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AV60 ACU Key Findings

  • 5 MOT tests recorded
  • Latest MOT passed on 04/06/2026
  • 181,850 miles recorded at latest MOT
  • 1 historical MOT failure
  • 1 defect noted at the latest MOT
  • Recurring lighting items (4 mentions)

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AV60 ACU MOT History

Vehicle record last updated: 13 Sept 2026, 08:59
MOT Analysis

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 (AV60 ACU) between May 2023 and June 2026.

The record contains 4 passes and 1 failure.

The most recent test on 04 June 2026 was a pass, although the earlier record includes 1 failure that buyers may want to investigate.

Across all tests, the most frequently flagged areas are: Lighting (4 issues), Tyres (3 issues), Steering (2 issues), Brakes (2 issues), Suspension (1 issue). Repeated mentions in one area can indicate an ongoing pattern worth checking in person.

In total 5 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 Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure Inner sidewall (5.2.3 (d) (ii))”; “Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))”; “Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))”.

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AV60 ACU Mileage History

  1. 19/05/2023139,956 mi
  2. 17/05/2024156,379 mi+16,423 mi
  3. 09/05/2025170,508 mi+14,129 mi
  4. 29/05/2026181,848 mi+11,340 mi
  5. 04/06/2026181,850 mi+2 mi

Average of roughly 13,761 miles per year across 5 recorded odometer readings.

Technical Specifications

ULEZ Compliant

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MOT Roadworthiness: Average

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Good MOT pass rate (80%)
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