2011 Volvo V50 2.0L Diesel · DA60 VHL
2011 Volvo V50 (2.0L, diesel). First registered 14 Feb 2011. Recorded mileage 153,840 miles. MOT expired on 30 Jun 2025.
- Make & Model
- VOLVO V50
- Year / Origin
- 2011 · Chester
- Safety Recall
- Unknown
- MOT Status
- Expired on 30 Jun 2025
- Road Tax
- —
- Recorded Mileage
- 153,840 mi
- ULEZ Compliance
- Non-Compliant (Pre-Euro 6 Diesel)
- Fuel & Engine
- Diesel · 2.0L
- Reliability Guide
- Common Faults
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DA60 VHL Key Findings
- 14 MOT tests recorded
- Latest MOT passed on 02/07/2024
- 153,840 miles recorded at latest MOT
- 4 historical MOT failures
- 1 defect noted at the latest MOT
- Recurring tyres items (14 mentions)
Derived directly from the recorded DVSA and DVLA data shown on this page.
DA60 VHL MOT History
Interpretation generated from the recorded test data above — not an official DVSA statement and not a substitute for an independent inspection.
14 MOT tests are recorded for this 2011 Volvo V50 (DA60 VHL) between March 2014 and July 2024.
The record contains 10 passes and 4 failures.
The most recent test on 02 July 2024 was a pass, although the earlier record includes 4 failures that buyers may want to investigate.
Across all tests, the most frequently flagged areas are: Tyres (14 issues), Brakes (6 issues), Lighting (3 issues), Suspension (3 issues), Windscreen (1 issue). Repeated mentions in one area can indicate an ongoing pattern worth checking in person.
In total 22 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: “Offside Front Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (”; “Offside Front Headlamp aim unable to be tested (4.1.2 (b))”; “Offside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))”.
DA60 VHL Mileage History
- 06/03/201467,662 mi
- 16/02/201579,263 mi+11,601 mi
- 17/02/201579,263 mi
- 16/02/201688,199 mi+8,936 mi
- 17/03/201796,643 mi+8,444 mi
- 15/03/2018104,224 mi+7,581 mi
- 17/02/2020126,621 mi+22,397 mi
- 29/03/2021131,593 mi+4,972 mi
- 29/03/2021131,593 mi
- 25/03/2022140,039 mi+8,446 mi
- 25/03/2022140,039 mi
- 25/04/2023145,475 mi+5,436 mi
- 25/04/2023145,477 mi+2 mi
- 02/07/2024153,840 mi+8,363 mi
Average of roughly 8,347 miles per year across 14 recorded odometer readings.
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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.
MOT Roadworthiness: Below 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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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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- Tailgate wiring and latch faultsModerate
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 dieselsModerate
Urban-driven diesel V50s soot up their EGR and DPF systems, leading to hesitation, smoke and warning lights.
- Powershift gearbox faultsSerious
Dual-clutch Powershift transmissions can jerk, overheat or fail expensively if the correct servicing has been skipped.
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