2011 Volvo V50 1.6L Diesel · NL11 AYX
2011 Volvo V50 (1.6L, diesel). First registered 16 Mar 2011. Recorded mileage 144,883 miles. MOT valid until 30 Sept 2027.
- Make & Model
- VOLVO V50
- Year / Origin
- 2011 · Newcastle
- Safety Recall
- Unknown
- MOT Status
- Valid until 30 Sept 2027
- Road Tax
- —
- Recorded Mileage
- 144,883 mi
- ULEZ Compliance
- Non-Compliant (Pre-Euro 6 Diesel)
- Fuel & Engine
- Diesel · 1.6L
- Reliability Guide
- Common Faults
Thinking of buying this vehicle? Free MOT and tax checks do not cover legal ownership. If outstanding finance exists, finance companies have legal right to repossess without compensation.
NL11 AYX Key Findings
- 20 MOT tests recorded
- Latest MOT passed on 02/10/2026
- 144,883 miles recorded at latest MOT
- 7 historical MOT failures
- 2 defects noted at the latest MOT
- Recurring tyres items (13 mentions)
Derived directly from the recorded DVSA and DVLA data shown on this page.
NL11 AYX MOT History
Interpretation generated from the recorded test data above — not an official DVSA statement and not a substitute for an independent inspection.
20 MOT tests are recorded for this 2011 Volvo V50 (NL11 AYX) between March 2014 and October 2026.
The record contains 13 passes and 7 failures.
The most recent test on 02 October 2026 was a pass, although the earlier record includes 7 failures that buyers may want to investigate.
Across all tests, the most frequently flagged areas are: Tyres (13 issues), Lighting (11 issues), Brakes (8 issues), Windscreen (7 issues), Suspension (7 issues). Repeated mentions in one area can indicate an ongoing pattern worth checking in person.
In total 30 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 Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii))”; “Offside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords outer wall (5.2.3 (d) (i”; “Nearside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords outer wall (5.2.3 (d) ”.
NL11 AYX Mileage History
- 21/03/201440,886 mi
- 21/03/201440,886 mi
- 13/03/201550,776 mi+9,890 mi
- 05/03/201663,092 mi+12,316 mi
- 24/04/201776,023 mi+12,931 mi
- 24/04/201776,023 mi
- 14/04/201885,059 mi+9,036 mi
- 14/04/201885,059 mi
- 13/04/201995,626 mi+10,567 mi
- 13/04/201995,626 mi
- 23/04/2020106,758 mi+11,132 mi
- 23/04/2021116,391 mi+9,633 mi
- 29/04/2022120,111 mi+3,720 mi
- 29/04/2022120,111 mi
- 07/04/2023128,165 mi+8,054 mi
- 11/04/2023128,173 mi+8 mi
- 08/04/2024134,589 mi+6,416 mi
- 06/05/2025140,224 mi+5,635 mi
- 25/09/2026144,878 mi+4,654 mi
- 02/10/2026144,883 mi+5 mi
Average of roughly 8,297 miles per year across 20 recorded odometer readings.
Technical Specifications
Core Specifications
Identification & Status
Dimensions & Weights
Diagnostic & Valuation Intelligence
Estimate current market value
Generate an instant valuation benchmark based on live market listings, vehicle mileage, and recent dealer auction figures.
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.
Verify lender finance agreements, insurance write-offs, police stolen registers, and mileage rollback.
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.
Similar Vehicles
Similar Vehicles Checked Recently
Plate Neighbors
Batch Registration Neighbors (NL11 Series)
Vehicles registered in the same regional DVLA batch as NL11AYX.
VOLKSWAGEN
PASSAT
MAZDA
3
MAZDA
2
MAZDA
3
MAZDA
2
VOLKSWAGEN
POLO
VOLKSWAGEN
GOLF
VOLKSWAGEN
GOLF
VOLKSWAGEN
POLO
VOLKSWAGEN
POLO
VOLKSWAGEN
GOLF
VOLKSWAGEN
POLO
VOLVO V50 Model Intelligence & Reliability
Verified MOT failure trends, buying advice, and technical directory specifications.
Owner-reported defects, recurring MOT failure points, and estimated repair costs.
Browse production generations, registration statistics, and trim variants.
Historical MOT pass rates and DVLA records for 2011 model year cars.
- 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.
Regional DVLA Registration Directory
Vehicles and registration batches issued by regional DVLA offices across the UK.
Recently Checked UK Vehicles
Live vehicle history checks and MOT records recently queried by UK car buyers.