2011 Volvo V50 1.6L Diesel · DF11 DVC
2011 Volvo V50 (1.6L, diesel). First registered 01/08/2011. Recorded mileage 131,771 miles. MOT status: Expired.
- Make & Model
- VOLVO V50
- Year / Origin
- 2011 · Chester
- MOT Status
- Valid until 21/09/2018
- Road Tax
- Untaxed (15/02/2018)
- Recorded Mileage
- 131,771 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
DF11 DVC Key Findings
- 6 MOT tests recorded
- Latest MOT passed on 18/09/2017
- 131,771 miles recorded at latest MOT
- 2 historical MOT failures
- 4 defects noted at the latest MOT
- Recurring brakes items (4 mentions)
Derived directly from the recorded DVSA and DVLA data shown on this page.
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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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.
DF11 DVC Mileage History
- 19/09/201466,509 mi
- 19/09/201591,087 mi+24,578 mi
- 22/09/201591,313 mi+226 mi
- 17/09/2016112,468 mi+21,155 mi
- 16/09/2017131,683 mi+19,215 mi
- 18/09/2017131,771 mi+88 mi
Average of roughly 21,773 miles per year across 6 recorded odometer readings.
DF11 DVC MOT History
Interpretation generated from the recorded test data above — not an official DVSA statement and not a substitute for an independent inspection.
6 MOT tests are recorded for this 2011 Volvo V50 (DF11 DVC) between September 2014 and September 2017.
The record contains 4 passes and 2 failures.
The most recent test on 18 September 2017 was a pass, although the earlier record includes 2 failures that buyers may want to investigate.
Across all tests, the most frequently flagged areas are: Brakes (4 issues), Tyres (3 issues). Repeated mentions in one area can indicate an ongoing pattern worth checking in person.
In total 12 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: “Tyre has ply or cords exposed both front inner edges 205-50-17W (4.1.D.1b)”; “Fuel system component leaking back of engine area (7.2.3)”.
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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