2010 Volvo V50 2.0L Diesel · YY10 SEO
2010 Volvo V50 (2.0L, diesel). First registered 17/07/2010. Recorded mileage 156,153 miles. MOT valid until 01/06/2027.
- Make & Model
- VOLVO V50
- Year / Origin
- 2010 · Beverley / Hull
- MOT Status
- Valid until 01/06/2027
- Road Tax
- —
- Recorded Mileage
- 156,153 mi
- ULEZ Compliance
- Non-Compliant (Pre-Euro 6 Diesel)
- Fuel & Engine
- Diesel · 2.0L
- Reliability Guide
- Common Faults
- Fuel Type
- Diesel
- Year
- 2010
- Engine
- 1997cc
YY10 SEO Key Findings
- 5 MOT tests recorded
- Latest MOT passed on 31/05/2026
- 156,153 miles recorded at latest MOT
- 2 historical MOT failures
- 17 defects noted at the latest MOT
- Recurring brakes items (28 mentions)
Derived directly from the recorded DVSA and DVLA data shown on this page.
MOT Roadworthiness: 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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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.
YY10 SEO Mileage History
- 03/06/2024141,644 mi
- 29/05/2025149,886 mi+8,242 mi
- 29/05/2025149,886 mi
- 31/05/2026156,146 mi+6,260 mi
- 31/05/2026156,153 mi+7 mi
Average of roughly 7,290 miles per year across 5 recorded odometer readings.
YY10 SEO 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 (YY10 SEO) between June 2024 and May 2026.
The record contains 3 passes and 2 failures.
The most recent test on 31 May 2026 was a pass, although the earlier record includes 2 failures that buyers may want to investigate.
Across all tests, the most frequently flagged areas are: Brakes (28 issues), Suspension (8 issues), Tyres (8 issues), Lighting (7 issues), Windscreen (1 issue). Repeated mentions in one area can indicate an ongoing pattern worth checking in person.
In total 54 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: “Fuel pipe leaking (6.1.3 (b) (i))”; “Offside Rear Road wheel fixing missing (5.2.1 (a) (i))”; “Nearside Front Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))”.
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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