2011 Volvo V50 1.6L Diesel · BL11 XTW
2011 Volvo V50 (1.6L, diesel). First registered 14/07/2011. Recorded mileage 238,366 miles. MOT valid until 14/05/2027.
- Make & Model
- VOLVO V50
- Year / Origin
- 2011 · Birmingham
- MOT Status
- Valid until 14/05/2027
- Road Tax
- —
- Recorded Mileage
- 238,366 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
BL11 XTW Key Findings
- 22 MOT tests recorded
- Latest MOT passed on 15/05/2026
- 238,366 miles recorded at latest MOT
- 9 historical MOT failures
- 3 defects noted at the latest MOT
- Recurring lighting items (19 mentions)
Derived directly from the recorded DVSA and DVLA data shown on this page.
MOT Roadworthiness: Average
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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.
BL11 XTW Mileage History
- 24/06/201463,544 mi
- 24/06/201463,544 mi
- 23/06/201579,590 mi+16,046 mi
- 03/05/201693,723 mi+14,133 mi
- 03/05/201693,723 mi
- 27/04/2017114,246 mi+20,523 mi
- 28/04/2017114,246 mi
- 27/04/2018137,164 mi+22,918 mi
- 01/05/2019159,145 mi+21,981 mi
- 01/05/2019159,447 mi+302 mi
- 01/05/2020180,387 mi+20,940 mi
- 04/05/2020180,387 mi
- 11/05/2021196,928 mi+16,541 mi
- 13/05/2021196,931 mi+3 mi
- 16/05/2022209,384 mi+12,453 mi
- 24/04/2023221,393 mi+12,009 mi
- 10/05/2024227,884 mi+6,491 mi
- 13/05/2024227,924 mi+40 mi
- 12/05/2025232,951 mi+5,027 mi
- 13/05/2025232,951 mi
- 11/05/2026238,366 mi+5,415 mi
- 15/05/2026238,366 mi
Average of roughly 14,703 miles per year across 22 recorded odometer readings.
BL11 XTW MOT History
Interpretation generated from the recorded test data above — not an official DVSA statement and not a substitute for an independent inspection.
22 MOT tests are recorded for this 2011 Volvo V50 (BL11 XTW) between June 2014 and May 2026.
The record contains 13 passes and 9 failures.
The most recent test on 15 May 2026 was a pass, although the earlier record includes 9 failures that buyers may want to investigate.
Across all tests, the most frequently flagged areas are: Lighting (19 issues), Tyres (17 issues), Brakes (11 issues), Exhaust & Emissions (6 issues), Steering (5 issues). Repeated mentions in one area can indicate an ongoing pattern worth checking in person.
In total 42 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: “Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))”; “Nearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed 205/55R16 (5.2.3 (d) (ii))”; “Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps both (4.7.1 (b) (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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