2010 Volvo V50 2.0L Diesel · GK10 AFV
2010 Volvo V50 (2.0L, diesel). First registered 27 May 2010. Recorded mileage 96,281 miles. MOT expired on 01 Aug 2024.
- Make & Model
- VOLVO V50
- Year / Origin
- 2010 · Maidstone
- Safety Recall
- Unknown
- MOT Status
- Expired on 01 Aug 2024
- Road Tax
- —
- Recorded Mileage
- 96,281 mi
- ULEZ Compliance
- Non-Compliant (Pre-Euro 6 Diesel)
- Fuel & Engine
- Diesel · 2.0L
- Reliability Guide
- Common Faults
GK10 AFV Key Findings
- 16 MOT tests recorded
- Latest MOT passed on 03/08/2023
- 96,281 miles recorded at latest MOT
- 5 historical MOT failures
- 7 defects noted at the latest MOT
- Recurring lighting items (6 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.
GK10 AFV Mileage History
- 21/05/201327,544 mi
- 21/05/201327,544 mi
- 20/05/201433,880 mi+6,336 mi
- 20/05/201433,880 mi
- 19/05/201542,087 mi+8,207 mi
- 18/05/201649,933 mi+7,846 mi
- 18/05/201649,933 mi
- 12/06/201756,243 mi+6,310 mi
- 14/06/201756,243 mi
- 01/06/201861,783 mi+5,540 mi
- 20/05/201971,111 mi+9,328 mi
- 18/05/202078,436 mi+7,325 mi
- 07/06/202184,560 mi+6,124 mi
- 07/06/202184,560 mi
- 14/06/202291,604 mi+7,044 mi
- 03/08/202396,281 mi+4,677 mi
Average of roughly 6,738 miles per year across 16 recorded odometer readings.
GK10 AFV MOT History
Interpretation generated from the recorded test data above — not an official DVSA statement and not a substitute for an independent inspection.
16 MOT tests are recorded for this 2010 Volvo V50 (GK10 AFV) between May 2013 and August 2023.
The record contains 11 passes and 5 failures.
The most recent test on 03 August 2023 was a pass, although the earlier record includes 5 failures that buyers may want to investigate.
Across all tests, the most frequently flagged areas are: Lighting (6 issues), Tyres (6 issues), Brakes (3 issues), Suspension (2 issues), Windscreen (1 issue). Repeated mentions in one area can indicate an ongoing pattern worth checking in person.
In total 10 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: “Offside Rear Anti-roll bar attachment bracket/mounting likely to become detached (5.3.3 (a) (ii))”; “Nearside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)”; “Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)”.
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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