2010 Volvo V50 1.6L Diesel · SW59 DVB
2010 Volvo V50 (1.6L, diesel). First registered 11/01/2010. Recorded mileage 176,982 miles. MOT status: Expired.
- Make & Model
- VOLVO V50
- Year / Origin
- 2010 · Aberdeen
- MOT Status
- Valid until 13/03/2025
- Road Tax
- —
- Recorded Mileage
- 176,982 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
SW59 DVB Key Findings
- 5 MOT tests recorded
- Latest MOT passed on 14/03/2024
- 176,982 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
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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SW59 DVB Mileage History
- 20/05/2022169,124 mi
- 24/05/2022169,129 mi+5 mi
- 03/05/2023175,695 mi+6,566 mi
- 03/05/2023175,695 mi
- 14/03/2024176,982 mi+1,287 mi
Average of roughly 4,321 miles per year across 5 recorded odometer readings.
SW59 DVB 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 (SW59 DVB) between May 2022 and March 2024.
The record contains 3 passes and 2 failures.
The most recent test on 14 March 2024 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.