2010 Volvo V50 1.6L Diesel · WF10 BWN
2010 Volvo V50 (1.6L, diesel). First registered 01 Mar 2010. Recorded mileage 196,027 miles. MOT valid until 26 Apr 2027. Taxed until 01 Apr 2027.
- Make & Model
- VOLVO V50
- Year / Origin
- 2010 · Exeter
- Safety Recall
- Unknown
- MOT Status
- Valid until 26 Apr 2027
- Road Tax
- Taxed (01 Apr 2027)
- Recorded Mileage
- 196,027 mi
- ULEZ Compliance
- Non-Compliant (Pre-Euro 6 Diesel)
- Fuel & Engine
- DIESEL · 1.6L
- Reliability Guide
- Common Faults
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WF10 BWN Key Findings
- 5 MOT tests recorded
- Latest MOT passed on 15/04/2026
- 196,027 miles recorded at latest MOT
- 1 historical MOT failure
- 3 defects noted at the latest MOT
- Recurring tyres items (6 mentions)
Derived directly from the recorded DVSA and DVLA data shown on this page.
MOT Roadworthiness: Good
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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.
WF10 BWN Mileage History
- 28/04/2023172,360 mi
- 15/04/2024177,485 mi+5,125 mi
- 02/04/2025186,302 mi+8,817 mi
- 07/04/2026195,743 mi+9,441 mi
- 15/04/2026196,027 mi+284 mi
Average of roughly 7,980 miles per year across 5 recorded odometer readings.
WF10 BWN 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 (WF10 BWN) between April 2023 and April 2026.
The record contains 4 passes and 1 failure.
The most recent test on 15 April 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: Tyres (6 issues), Lighting (5 issues), Steering (3 issues), Brakes (1 issue). Repeated mentions in one area can indicate an ongoing pattern worth checking in person.
In total 14 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: “Offside Rear Inner Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords 205/50/17 (5.2.3 (”; “Offside Front Horn not working (7.7 (a))”; “Offside Front Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))”.
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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