2010 Volvo V50 1.6L Diesel · SO10 ADS
2010 Volvo V50 (1.6L, diesel). First registered 05 May 2010. Recorded mileage 177,333 miles. MOT expired on 17 Jul 2026.
- Make & Model
- VOLVO V50
- Year / Origin
- 2010 · Edinburgh
- Safety Recall
- Unknown
- MOT Status
- Expired on 17 Jul 2026
- Road Tax
- —
- Recorded Mileage
- 177,333 mi
- ULEZ Compliance
- Non-Compliant (Pre-Euro 6 Diesel)
- Fuel & Engine
- Diesel · 1.6L
- Reliability Guide
- Common Faults
SO10 ADS Key Findings
- 5 MOT tests recorded
- Latest MOT passed on 18/07/2025
- 177,333 miles recorded at latest MOT
- 2 historical MOT failures
- No defects recorded at the latest MOT
Derived directly from the recorded DVSA and DVLA data shown on this page.
MOT Roadworthiness: Below 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.
SO10 ADS Mileage History
- 06/07/2023176,009 mi
- 06/07/2023176,009 mi
- 18/07/2024176,912 mi+903 mi
- 16/07/2025177,333 mi+421 mi
- 18/07/2025177,333 mi
Average of roughly 651 miles per year across 5 recorded odometer readings.
SO10 ADS 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 (SO10 ADS) between July 2023 and July 2025.
The record contains 3 passes and 2 failures.
The most recent test on 18 July 2025 was a pass, although the earlier record includes 2 failures that buyers may want to investigate.
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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