2011 Volvo V50 1.6L Diesel · KP60 EUT
2011 Volvo V50 (1.6L, diesel). First registered 14 Jan 2011. Recorded mileage 179,028 miles. MOT expired on 29 Apr 2026.
- Make & Model
- VOLVO V50
- Year / Origin
- 2011 · Northampton
- Safety Recall
- Unknown
- MOT Status
- Expired on 29 Apr 2026
- Road Tax
- —
- Recorded Mileage
- 179,028 mi
- ULEZ Compliance
- Non-Compliant (Pre-Euro 6 Diesel)
- Fuel & Engine
- Diesel · 1.6L
- Reliability Guide
- Common Faults
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KP60 EUT Key Findings
- 5 MOT tests recorded
- Latest MOT passed on 11/04/2025
- 179,028 miles recorded at latest MOT
- 2 historical MOT failures
- No defects recorded at the latest MOT
Derived directly from the recorded DVSA and DVLA data shown on this page.
KP60 EUT 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 (KP60 EUT) between February 2023 and April 2025.
The record contains 3 passes and 2 failures.
The most recent test on 11 April 2025 was a pass, although the earlier record includes 2 failures that buyers may want to investigate.
KP60 EUT Mileage History
- 01/02/2023149,486 mi
- 01/02/2023149,488 mi+2 mi
- 30/04/2024167,450 mi+17,962 mi
- 30/04/2024167,450 mi
- 11/04/2025179,028 mi+11,578 mi
Average of roughly 13,483 miles per year across 5 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
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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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