2010 Volvo V50 1.6L Diesel · FT10 DNE
2010 Volvo V50 (1.6L, diesel). First registered 16 Jun 2010. Recorded mileage 157,984 miles. MOT valid until 30 Mar 2027. A manufacturer safety recall is currently outstanding.
- Make & Model
- VOLVO V50
- Year / Origin
- 2010 · Lincoln
- Safety Recall
- Recall Notice
- MOT Status
- Valid until 30 Mar 2027
- Road Tax
- —
- Recorded Mileage
- 157,984 mi
- ULEZ Compliance
- Non-Compliant (Pre-Euro 6 Diesel)
- Fuel & Engine
- Diesel · 1.6L
- Reliability Guide
- Common Faults
Outstanding Safety Recall Notice
Action RequiredOfficial DVSA telemetry indicates this vehicle has an unaddressed manufacturer safety recall. Remedial repairs are legally required to be carried out 100% free of charge by an authorised main dealer.
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FT10 DNE Key Findings
- 20 MOT tests recorded
- Outstanding manufacturer safety recall notice
- Latest MOT passed on 01/04/2026
- 157,984 miles recorded at latest MOT
- 7 historical MOT failures
- 5 defects noted at the latest MOT
Derived directly from the recorded DVSA and DVLA data shown on this page.
FT10 DNE MOT History
Interpretation generated from the recorded test data above — not an official DVSA statement and not a substitute for an independent inspection.
20 MOT tests are recorded for this 2010 Volvo V50 (FT10 DNE) between May 2013 and April 2026.
The record contains 13 passes and 7 failures.
The most recent test on 01 April 2026 was a pass, although the earlier record includes 7 failures that buyers may want to investigate.
Across all tests, the most frequently flagged areas are: Lighting (16 issues), Tyres (14 issues), Brakes (8 issues), Suspension (8 issues). Repeated mentions in one area can indicate an ongoing pattern worth checking in person.
In total 41 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 tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))”; “Nearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))”; “Offside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))”.
FT10 DNE Mileage History
- 03/05/201347,226 mi
- 02/05/201459,063 mi+11,837 mi
- 15/05/201568,753 mi+9,690 mi
- 21/04/201677,290 mi+8,537 mi
- 21/04/201677,292 mi+2 mi
- 10/05/201781,292 mi+4,000 mi
- 10/05/201781,293 mi+1 mi
- 29/05/201883,299 mi+2,006 mi
- 23/05/201987,015 mi+3,716 mi
- 20/05/202094,532 mi+7,517 mi
- 20/05/202094,532 mi
- 28/05/2021106,452 mi+11,920 mi
- 18/05/2022118,193 mi+11,741 mi
- 18/05/2022118,194 mi+1 mi
- 29/06/2023134,650 mi+16,456 mi
- 29/06/2023134,650 mi
- 09/12/2024151,595 mi+16,945 mi
- 17/12/2024151,595 mi
- 09/12/2025157,933 mi+6,338 mi
- 01/04/2026157,984 mi+51 mi
Average of roughly 8,578 miles per year across 20 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
This rating reflects historical MOT pass rates and recurring advisory wear patterns from official DVSA test logs. Note that roadworthiness does not verify outstanding finance, insurance write-offs, or stolen records.
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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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