2011 Volvo V50 1.6L Diesel · AF11 VSZ
2011 Volvo V50 (1.6L, diesel). First registered 01/03/2011. Recorded mileage 156,630 miles. MOT valid until 26/05/2027.
- Make & Model
- VOLVO V50
- Year / Origin
- 2011 · Peterborough
- MOT Status
- Valid until 26/05/2027
- Road Tax
- —
- Recorded Mileage
- 156,630 mi
- ULEZ Compliance
- Non-Compliant (Pre-Euro 6 Diesel)
- Fuel & Engine
- Diesel · 1.6L
- Reliability Guide
- Common Faults
- Fuel Type
- Diesel
- Year
- 2011
- Engine
- 1560cc
AF11 VSZ Key Findings
- 17 MOT tests recorded
- Latest MOT passed on 20/05/2026
- 156,630 miles recorded at latest MOT
- 3 historical MOT failures
- 3 defects noted at the latest MOT
- Recurring brakes items (9 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.
AF11 VSZ Mileage History
- 03/03/201435,192 mi
- 26/02/201543,834 mi+8,642 mi
- 28/05/201545,063 mi+1,229 mi
- 17/05/201657,124 mi+12,061 mi
- 17/05/201657,124 mi
- 16/05/201769,926 mi+12,802 mi
- 09/05/201880,792 mi+10,866 mi
- 07/05/201992,226 mi+11,434 mi
- 19/05/2020104,686 mi+12,460 mi
- 10/05/2021111,011 mi+6,325 mi
- 11/05/2021111,013 mi+2 mi
- 03/05/2022122,822 mi+11,809 mi
- 11/05/2023131,307 mi+8,485 mi
- 12/05/2023131,307 mi
- 20/05/2024140,639 mi+9,332 mi
- 20/05/2025148,122 mi+7,483 mi
- 20/05/2026156,630 mi+8,508 mi
Average of roughly 9,943 miles per year across 17 recorded odometer readings.
AF11 VSZ 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 2011 Volvo V50 (AF11 VSZ) between March 2014 and May 2026.
The record contains 14 passes and 3 failures.
The most recent test on 20 May 2026 was a pass, although the earlier record includes 3 failures that buyers may want to investigate.
Across all tests, the most frequently flagged areas are: Brakes (9 issues), Suspension (6 issues), Lighting (2 issues), Exhaust & Emissions (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: “Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))”; “Offside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 ”.
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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