2011 Volvo V50 1.6L Diesel · GF11 WDU
2011 Volvo V50 (1.6L, diesel). First registered 01/07/2011. Recorded mileage 145,427 miles. MOT valid until 11/11/2026. Taxed until 01/09/2027.
- Make & Model
- VOLVO V50
- Year / Origin
- 2011 · Maidstone
- MOT Status
- Valid until 11/11/2026
- Road Tax
- Taxed (01/09/2027)
- Recorded Mileage
- 145,427 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
GF11 WDU Key Findings
- 5 MOT tests recorded
- Latest MOT passed on 07/11/2025
- 145,427 miles recorded at latest MOT
- 1 historical MOT failure
- 4 defects noted at the latest MOT
- Recurring tyres items (5 mentions)
Derived directly from the recorded DVSA and DVLA data shown on this page.
MOT Roadworthiness: Good
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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.
GF11 WDU Mileage History
- 10/11/2022135,198 mi
- 09/11/2023139,318 mi+4,120 mi
- 09/11/2023139,320 mi+2 mi
- 07/11/2024142,095 mi+2,775 mi
- 07/11/2025145,427 mi+3,332 mi
Average of roughly 3,418 miles per year across 5 recorded odometer readings.
GF11 WDU 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 (GF11 WDU) between November 2022 and November 2025.
The record contains 4 passes and 1 failure.
The most recent test on 07 November 2025 was a pass, although the earlier record includes 1 failure that buyers may want to investigate.
Across all tests, the most frequently flagged areas are: Tyres (5 issues), Lighting (2 issues), Brakes (1 issue). Repeated mentions in one area can indicate an ongoing pattern worth checking in person.
In total 6 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 ”.
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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