2010 Volvo V50 1.6L Diesel · GK10 ACZ
2010 Volvo V50 (1.6L, diesel). First registered 30 Mar 2010. Recorded mileage 158,448 miles. MOT expired on 11 Mar 2026.
- Make & Model
- VOLVO V50
- Year / Origin
- 2010 · Maidstone
- Safety Recall
- Unknown
- MOT Status
- Expired on 11 Mar 2026
- Road Tax
- —
- Recorded Mileage
- 158,448 mi
- ULEZ Compliance
- Non-Compliant (Pre-Euro 6 Diesel)
- Fuel & Engine
- Diesel · 1.6L
- Reliability Guide
- Common Faults
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GK10 ACZ Key Findings
- 5 MOT tests recorded
- Latest MOT failed on 16/03/2026
- 158,448 miles recorded at latest MOT
- 2 historical MOT failures
Derived directly from the recorded DVSA and DVLA data shown on this page.
GK10 ACZ 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 (GK10 ACZ) between March 2023 and March 2026.
The record contains 3 passes and 2 failures.
The most recent test on 16 March 2026 was a fail; the vehicle has not passed its last recorded MOT.
GK10 ACZ Mileage History
- 03/03/2023139,282 mi
- 28/02/2024144,430 mi+5,148 mi
- 07/03/2025151,119 mi+6,689 mi
- 12/03/2025151,120 mi+1 mi
- 16/03/2026158,448 mi+7,328 mi
Average of roughly 6,314 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: 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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