2010 Volvo V50 1.6L Diesel · CP10 WVL
2010 Volvo V50 (1.6L, diesel). First registered 30 Jun 2010. Recorded mileage 166,905 miles. MOT expired on 10 Mar 2024.
- Make & Model
- VOLVO V50
- Year / Origin
- 2010 · Swansea
- Safety Recall
- Unknown
- MOT Status
- Expired on 10 Mar 2024
- Road Tax
- —
- Recorded Mileage
- 166,905 mi
- ULEZ Compliance
- Non-Compliant (Pre-Euro 6 Diesel)
- Fuel & Engine
- Diesel · 1.6L
- Reliability Guide
- Common Faults
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CP10 WVL Key Findings
- 4 MOT tests recorded
- Latest MOT passed on 11/03/2023
- 166,905 miles recorded at latest MOT
- 2 historical MOT failures
- No defects recorded at the latest MOT
Derived directly from the recorded DVSA and DVLA data shown on this page.
CP10 WVL MOT History
Interpretation generated from the recorded test data above — not an official DVSA statement and not a substitute for an independent inspection.
4 MOT tests are recorded for this 2010 Volvo V50 (CP10 WVL) between February 2022 and March 2023.
The record contains 2 passes and 2 failures.
The most recent test on 11 March 2023 was a pass, although the earlier record includes 2 failures that buyers may want to investigate.
CP10 WVL Mileage History
- 18/02/2022161,953 mi
- 18/02/2022161,953 mi
- 10/03/2023166,893 mi+4,940 mi
- 11/03/2023166,905 mi+12 mi
Average of roughly 4,688 miles per year across 4 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: Below Average
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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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