2011 Volvo V50 1.6L Diesel · FT60 JGY
2011 Volvo V50 (1.6L, diesel). First registered 18 Jan 2011. Recorded mileage 146,231 miles. MOT valid until 25 Oct 2027. A manufacturer safety recall is currently outstanding.
- Make & Model
- VOLVO V50
- Year / Origin
- 2011 · Lincoln
- Safety Recall
- Recall Notice
- MOT Status
- Valid until 25 Oct 2027
- Road Tax
- —
- Recorded Mileage
- 146,231 mi
- ULEZ Compliance
- Non-Compliant (Pre-Euro 6 Diesel)
- Fuel & Engine
- Diesel · 1.6L
- Reliability Guide
- Common Faults
Outstanding Safety Recall Notice
Action RequiredOfficial DVSA telemetry indicates this vehicle has an unaddressed manufacturer safety recall. Remedial repairs are legally required to be carried out 100% free of charge by an authorised main dealer.
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FT60 JGY Key Findings
- 23 MOT tests recorded
- Outstanding manufacturer safety recall notice
- Latest MOT passed on 22/10/2026
- 146,231 miles recorded at latest MOT
- 9 historical MOT failures
- 1 defect noted at the latest MOT
Derived directly from the recorded DVSA and DVLA data shown on this page.
FT60 JGY MOT History
Interpretation generated from the recorded test data above — not an official DVSA statement and not a substitute for an independent inspection.
23 MOT tests are recorded for this 2011 Volvo V50 (FT60 JGY) between November 2013 and October 2026.
The record contains 14 passes and 9 failures.
The most recent test on 22 October 2026 was a pass, although the earlier record includes 9 failures that buyers may want to investigate.
Across all tests, the most frequently flagged areas are: Tyres (26 issues), Brakes (12 issues), Suspension (8 issues), Lighting (5 issues), Windscreen (1 issue). Repeated mentions in one area can indicate an ongoing pattern worth checking in person.
In total 47 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 Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))”; “Offside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))”; “Offside Rear Tyre has a lump, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii))”.
FT60 JGY Mileage History
- 05/11/201344,095 mi
- 18/08/201456,682 mi+12,587 mi
- 08/10/201573,439 mi+16,757 mi
- 20/10/201681,741 mi+8,302 mi
- 20/10/201681,743 mi+2 mi
- 18/10/201788,201 mi+6,458 mi
- 19/10/201788,201 mi
- 12/11/201895,180 mi+6,979 mi
- 12/11/201895,180 mi
- 07/10/2019103,417 mi+8,237 mi
- 07/10/2019103,418 mi+1 mi
- 06/10/2020108,163 mi+4,745 mi
- 07/10/2020108,165 mi+2 mi
- 26/10/2021110,089 mi+1,924 mi
- 27/10/2022117,053 mi+6,964 mi
- 16/10/2023123,806 mi+6,753 mi
- 17/10/2023123,819 mi+13 mi
- 08/10/2024124,440 mi+621 mi
- 08/10/2024124,440 mi
- 23/10/2025145,641 mi+21,201 mi
- 23/10/2025145,641 mi
- 22/10/2026146,231 mi+590 mi
- 22/10/2026146,231 mi
Average of roughly 7,881 miles per year across 23 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: 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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