2010 Volvo V50 1.6L Diesel · LT60 KYS
2010 Volvo V50 (1.6L, diesel). First registered 30 Sept 2010. Recorded mileage 90,700 miles. MOT expired on 04 Oct 2026.
- Make & Model
- VOLVO V50
- Year / Origin
- 2010 · Wimbledon (South London)
- Safety Recall
- Unknown
- MOT Status
- Expired on 04 Oct 2026
- Road Tax
- —
- Recorded Mileage
- 90,700 mi
- ULEZ Compliance
- Non-Compliant (Pre-Euro 6 Diesel)
- Fuel & Engine
- Diesel · 1.6L
- Reliability Guide
- Common Faults
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LT60 KYS Key Findings
- 5 MOT tests recorded
- Latest MOT passed on 15/09/2025
- 90,700 miles recorded at latest MOT
- 2 historical MOT failures
- No defects recorded at the latest MOT
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LT60 KYS MOT History
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5 MOT tests are recorded for this 2010 Volvo V50 (LT60 KYS) between September 2023 and September 2025.
The record contains 3 passes and 2 failures.
The most recent test on 15 September 2025 was a pass, although the earlier record includes 2 failures that buyers may want to investigate.
LT60 KYS Mileage History
- 25/09/202381,178 mi
- 25/09/202381,178 mi
- 24/09/202485,796 mi+4,618 mi
- 24/09/202485,796 mi
- 15/09/202590,700 mi+4,904 mi
Average of roughly 4,826 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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