2011 Volvo V50 1.6L Diesel · CT60 ELU
2011 Volvo V50 (1.6L, diesel). First registered 04/02/2011. Recorded mileage 68,655 miles. MOT valid until 26/10/2026.
- Make & Model
- VOLVO V50
- Year / Origin
- 2011 · Swansea
- Safety Recall
- Unknown
- MOT Status
- Valid until 26/10/2026
- Road Tax
- —
- Recorded Mileage
- 68,655 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
CT60 ELU Key Findings
- 5 MOT tests recorded
- Latest MOT passed on 22/10/2025
- 68,655 miles recorded at latest MOT
- 2 historical MOT failures
- No defects recorded at the latest MOT
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.
CT60 ELU Mileage History
- 19/10/202360,817 mi
- 15/10/202464,583 mi+3,766 mi
- 18/10/202464,615 mi+32 mi
- 20/10/202568,623 mi+4,008 mi
- 22/10/202568,655 mi+32 mi
Average of roughly 3,899 miles per year across 5 recorded odometer readings.
CT60 ELU 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 (CT60 ELU) between October 2023 and October 2025.
The record contains 3 passes and 2 failures.
The most recent test on 22 October 2025 was a pass, although the earlier record includes 2 failures 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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