2010 Volvo V50 1.6L Diesel · T8 VSO
2010 Volvo V50 (1.6L, diesel). First registered 01/04/2010. Recorded mileage 93,755 miles. MOT valid until 21/03/2027. Taxed until 01/09/2027.
- Make & Model
- VOLVO V50
- Year / Origin
- 2010
- MOT Status
- Valid until 21/03/2027
- Road Tax
- Taxed (01/09/2027)
- Recorded Mileage
- 93,755 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
T8 VSO Key Findings
- 5 MOT tests recorded
- Latest MOT passed on 20/03/2026
- 93,755 miles recorded at latest MOT
- 1 historical MOT failure
- 2 defects noted at the latest MOT
- Recurring lighting items (5 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.
T8 VSO Mileage History
- 17/11/202286,039 mi
- 19/03/202492,948 mi+6,909 mi
- 22/03/202492,949 mi+1 mi
- 12/03/202593,457 mi+508 mi
- 20/03/202693,755 mi+298 mi
Average of roughly 2,311 miles per year across 5 recorded odometer readings.
T8 VSO 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 (T8 VSO) between November 2022 and March 2026.
The record contains 4 passes and 1 failure.
The most recent test on 20 March 2026 was a pass, although the earlier record includes 1 failure that buyers may want to investigate.
Across all tests, the most frequently flagged areas are: Lighting (5 issues), Bodywork (5 issues), Suspension (3 issues), Windscreen (2 issues), Brakes (2 issues). Repeated mentions in one area can indicate an ongoing pattern worth checking in person.
In total 18 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: “Driver's view of the road through the swept area of the windscreen significantly affected by an obstruction (3.1 (a) (i”; “Nearside Front Steering rack gaiter missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))”; “Nearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (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.
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