2011 Volvo V50 2.0L Diesel · EY11 EAP
2011 Volvo V50 (2.0L, diesel). First registered 01 Mar 2011. Recorded mileage 195,903 miles. MOT valid until 16 Apr 2027.
- Make & Model
- VOLVO V50
- Year / Origin
- 2011 · Chelmsford
- Safety Recall
- Unknown
- MOT Status
- Valid until 16 Apr 2027
- Road Tax
- —
- Recorded Mileage
- 195,903 mi
- ULEZ Compliance
- Non-Compliant (Pre-Euro 6 Diesel)
- Fuel & Engine
- Diesel · 2.0L
- Reliability Guide
- Common Faults
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EY11 EAP Key Findings
- 17 MOT tests recorded
- Latest MOT passed on 18/04/2026
- 195,903 miles recorded at latest MOT
- 4 historical MOT failures
- 1 defect noted at the latest MOT
- Recurring brakes items (6 mentions)
Derived directly from the recorded DVSA and DVLA data shown on this page.
EY11 EAP MOT History
Interpretation generated from the recorded test data above — not an official DVSA statement and not a substitute for an independent inspection.
17 MOT tests are recorded for this 2011 Volvo V50 (EY11 EAP) between February 2014 and April 2026.
The record contains 13 passes and 4 failures.
The most recent test on 18 April 2026 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: Brakes (6 issues), Tyres (6 issues), Lighting (5 issues), Suspension (4 issues), Windscreen (3 issues). Repeated mentions in one area can indicate an ongoing pattern worth checking in person.
In total 23 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 (”; “Nearside Front Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt ”; “Rear Brake pad(s) worn down to wear indicator (1.1.13 (a) (i))”.
EY11 EAP Mileage History
- 25/02/201442,455 mi
- 20/02/201553,977 mi+11,522 mi
- 03/03/201661,736 mi+7,759 mi
- 27/02/201775,663 mi+13,927 mi
- 26/02/201892,016 mi+16,353 mi
- 27/02/201892,016 mi
- 02/03/2019107,005 mi+14,989 mi
- 05/03/2019107,071 mi+66 mi
- 10/03/2020121,566 mi+14,495 mi
- 11/02/2021127,822 mi+6,256 mi
- 12/02/2021127,824 mi+2 mi
- 24/02/2022140,042 mi+12,218 mi
- 27/02/2023152,680 mi+12,638 mi
- 07/03/2024168,597 mi+15,917 mi
- 11/03/2024168,600 mi+3 mi
- 25/02/2025185,022 mi+16,422 mi
- 18/04/2026195,903 mi+10,881 mi
Average of roughly 12,638 miles per year across 17 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: Good
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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