2010 Volvo V50 1.6L Diesel · PY10 ETE
2010 Volvo V50 (1.6L, diesel). First registered 11/06/2010. Recorded mileage 146,405 miles. MOT status: Expired.
- Make & Model
- VOLVO V50
- Year / Origin
- 2010 · Carlisle
- Safety Recall
- Unknown
- MOT Status
- Valid until 24/03/2026
- Road Tax
- —
- Recorded Mileage
- 146,405 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
PY10 ETE Key Findings
- 20 MOT tests recorded
- Latest MOT passed on 13/03/2025
- 146,405 miles recorded at latest MOT
- 7 historical MOT failures
- No defects recorded at the latest MOT
- Recurring lighting items (9 mentions)
Derived directly from the recorded DVSA and DVLA data shown on this page.
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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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.
PY10 ETE Mileage History
- 05/06/201325,509 mi
- 05/06/201325,509 mi
- 27/05/201432,247 mi+6,738 mi
- 27/05/201432,247 mi
- 25/03/201538,218 mi+5,971 mi
- 25/03/2015591,576 mi+553,358 mi
- 19/03/201653,806 mi-537,770 mi
- 11/03/201766,848 mi+13,042 mi
- 24/03/201879,669 mi+12,821 mi
- 16/03/201994,800 mi+15,131 mi
- 24/03/2020105,279 mi+10,479 mi
- 11/03/2021111,581 mi+6,302 mi
- 11/03/2021111,582 mi+1 mi
- 18/03/2022121,574 mi+9,992 mi
- 23/03/2022121,661 mi+87 mi
- 15/03/2023131,111 mi+9,450 mi
- 15/03/2023131,111 mi
- 13/03/2024139,698 mi+8,587 mi
- 22/03/2024139,912 mi+214 mi
- 13/03/2025146,405 mi+6,493 mi
Average of roughly 10,272 miles per year across 20 recorded odometer readings.
Recorded mileage decreased between one or more tests — a potential clocking indicator worth verifying before purchase.
PY10 ETE 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 (PY10 ETE) between June 2013 and March 2025.
The record contains 13 passes and 7 failures.
The most recent test on 13 March 2025 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 (9 issues), Tyres (9 issues), Suspension (7 issues), Exhaust & Emissions (1 issue). Repeated mentions in one area can indicate an ongoing pattern worth checking in person.
In total 22 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: “Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))”; “Electronic stability control warning lamp indicates a fault (7.12 (e))”; “Tyre tread pattern not visible over the whole tread area when minimum depth required is 1.0mm both front (5.2.3 (e))”.
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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