2010 Volvo V50 1.6L Diesel · NG59 KWF
2010 Volvo V50 (1.6L, diesel). First registered 01/02/2010. Recorded mileage 148,178 miles. MOT valid until 25/01/2027. Taxed until 01/07/2027.
- Make & Model
- VOLVO V50
- Year / Origin
- 2010 · Newcastle
- MOT Status
- Valid until 25/01/2027
- Road Tax
- Taxed (01/07/2027)
- Recorded Mileage
- 148,178 mi
- ULEZ Compliance
- Non-Compliant (Pre-Euro 6 Diesel)
- Fuel & Engine
- DIESEL · 1.6L
- Reliability Guide
- Common Faults
- Fuel Type
- DIESEL
- Year
- 2010
- Engine
- 1560cc
NG59 KWF Key Findings
- 5 MOT tests recorded
- Latest MOT passed on 16/01/2026
- 148,178 miles recorded at latest MOT
- 2 historical MOT failures
- 1 defect noted at the latest MOT
- Recurring steering items (2 mentions)
Derived directly from the recorded DVSA and DVLA data shown on this page.
MOT Roadworthiness: Good
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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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.
NG59 KWF Mileage History
- 17/01/2024134,756 mi
- 18/01/2024134,756 mi
- 21/01/2025145,025 mi+10,269 mi
- 15/01/2026148,173 mi+3,148 mi
- 16/01/2026148,178 mi+5 mi
Average of roughly 6,717 miles per year across 5 recorded odometer readings.
NG59 KWF 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 (NG59 KWF) between January 2024 and January 2026.
The record contains 3 passes and 2 failures.
The most recent test on 16 January 2026 was a pass, although the earlier record includes 2 failures that buyers may want to investigate.
Across all tests, the most frequently flagged areas are: Steering (2 issues), Suspension (1 issue), Brakes (1 issue). Repeated mentions in one area can indicate an ongoing pattern worth checking in person.
In total 3 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 Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))”; “Offside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage fractured (5.3.3 (b) (ii))”; “Nearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage fractured (5.3.3 (b) (ii))”.
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.