2010 Volvo V50 1.6L Diesel · YM60 NDC
2010 Volvo V50 (1.6L, diesel). First registered 01 Sept 2010. Recorded mileage 140,094 miles. MOT expired on 21 Jun 2025. Currently declared SORN.
- Make & Model
- VOLVO V50
- Year / Origin
- 2010 · Sheffield
- Safety Recall
- Unknown
- MOT Status
- Expired on 21 Jun 2025
- Road Tax
- SORN
- Recorded Mileage
- 140,094 mi
- ULEZ Compliance
- Non-Compliant (Pre-Euro 6 Diesel)
- Fuel & Engine
- Diesel · 1.6L
- Reliability Guide
- Common Faults
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YM60 NDC Key Findings
- 17 MOT tests recorded
- Latest MOT passed on 18/06/2024
- 140,094 miles recorded at latest MOT
- 5 historical MOT failures
- 3 defects noted at the latest MOT
- Recurring lighting items (10 mentions)
Derived directly from the recorded DVSA and DVLA data shown on this page.
YM60 NDC MOT History
Interpretation generated from the recorded test data above — not an official DVSA statement and not a substitute for an independent inspection.
17 MOT tests are recorded for this 2010 Volvo V50 (YM60 NDC) between July 2013 and June 2024.
The record contains 12 passes and 5 failures.
The most recent test on 18 June 2024 was a pass, although the earlier record includes 5 failures that buyers may want to investigate.
Across all tests, the most frequently flagged areas are: Lighting (10 issues), Tyres (6 issues), Brakes (2 issues), Suspension (1 issue). Repeated mentions in one area can indicate an ongoing pattern worth checking in person.
In total 16 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 Seat belt not functioning as intended (7.1.2 (c))”; “Offside Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))”; “Nearside Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))”.
YM60 NDC Mileage History
- 12/07/201358,798 mi
- 12/07/201358,798 mi
- 04/06/201482,936 mi+24,138 mi
- 04/06/201482,938 mi+2 mi
- 11/05/201598,023 mi+15,085 mi
- 27/05/2016110,210 mi+12,187 mi
- 27/04/2017116,287 mi+6,077 mi
- 05/04/2018121,824 mi+5,537 mi
- 05/02/2019125,359 mi+3,535 mi
- 10/09/2020128,078 mi+2,719 mi
- 13/10/2021130,735 mi+2,657 mi
- 23/06/2022131,201 mi+466 mi
- 23/06/2022131,201 mi
- 13/06/2023137,089 mi+5,888 mi
- 20/06/2023137,092 mi+3 mi
- 17/06/2024140,090 mi+2,998 mi
- 18/06/2024140,094 mi+4 mi
Average of roughly 7,435 miles per year across 17 recorded odometer readings.
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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.
MOT Roadworthiness: Poor
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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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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