2010 Volvo V50 2.0L Diesel · SV60 YKT
2010 Volvo V50 (2.0L, diesel). First registered 15 Nov 2010. Recorded mileage 153,564 miles. MOT valid until 25 Nov 2026.
- Make & Model
- VOLVO V50
- Year / Origin
- 2010 · Aberdeen
- Safety Recall
- Unknown
- MOT Status
- Valid until 25 Nov 2026
- Road Tax
- —
- Recorded Mileage
- 153,564 mi
- ULEZ Compliance
- Non-Compliant (Pre-Euro 6 Diesel)
- Fuel & Engine
- Diesel · 2.0L
- Reliability Guide
- Common Faults
SV60 YKT Key Findings
- 5 MOT tests recorded
- Latest MOT passed on 10/11/2025
- 153,564 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: 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.
SV60 YKT Mileage History
- 20/11/2023146,629 mi
- 19/11/2024149,762 mi+3,133 mi
- 19/11/2024149,762 mi
- 10/11/2025153,564 mi+3,802 mi
- 10/11/2025153,564 mi
Average of roughly 3,515 miles per year across 5 recorded odometer readings.
SV60 YKT 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 (SV60 YKT) between November 2023 and November 2025.
The record contains 3 passes and 2 failures.
The most recent test on 10 November 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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