2011 Volvo V50 1.6L Diesel · BP61 SBO
2011 Volvo V50 (1.6L, diesel). First registered 28/09/2011. Recorded mileage 66,763 miles. MOT valid until 08/12/2026.
- Make & Model
- VOLVO V50
- Year / Origin
- 2011 · Birmingham
- Safety Recall
- Unknown
- MOT Status
- Valid until 08/12/2026
- Road Tax
- —
- Recorded Mileage
- 66,763 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
BP61 SBO Key Findings
- 5 MOT tests recorded
- Latest MOT passed on 03/12/2025
- 66,763 miles recorded at latest MOT
- 1 historical MOT failure
- No defects recorded at the latest MOT
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.
BP61 SBO Mileage History
- 24/11/202253,564 mi
- 29/11/202357,945 mi+4,381 mi
- 30/11/202357,945 mi
- 27/11/202462,946 mi+5,001 mi
- 03/12/202566,763 mi+3,817 mi
Average of roughly 4,363 miles per year across 5 recorded odometer readings.
BP61 SBO 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 2011 Volvo V50 (BP61 SBO) between November 2022 and December 2025.
The record contains 4 passes and 1 failure.
The most recent test on 03 December 2025 was a pass, although the earlier record includes 1 failure that buyers may want to investigate.
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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