2011 Volvo V50 1.6L Diesel · RV61 DVR
2011 Volvo V50 (1.6L, diesel). First registered 11/11/2011. Recorded mileage 147,839 miles. MOT valid until 22/06/2027.
- Make & Model
- VOLVO V50
- Year / Origin
- 2011 · Reading
- MOT Status
- Valid until 22/06/2027
- Road Tax
- —
- Recorded Mileage
- 147,839 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
RV61 DVR Key Findings
- 19 MOT tests recorded
- Latest MOT passed on 18/06/2026
- 147,839 miles recorded at latest MOT
- 7 historical MOT failures
- No defects recorded at the latest MOT
- Recurring tyres items (22 mentions)
Derived directly from the recorded DVSA and DVLA data shown on this page.
MOT Roadworthiness: Below 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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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.
RV61 DVR Mileage History
- 19/08/201451,171 mi
- 19/08/201451,171 mi
- 30/07/201567,383 mi+16,212 mi
- 05/09/201680,709 mi+13,326 mi
- 08/09/201790,032 mi+9,323 mi
- 08/09/201790,032 mi
- 03/04/201999,516 mi+9,484 mi
- 16/06/2020108,324 mi+8,808 mi
- 16/06/2020108,324 mi
- 18/06/2021116,554 mi+8,230 mi
- 24/06/2022123,810 mi+7,256 mi
- 20/06/2023129,856 mi+6,046 mi
- 20/06/2023129,856 mi
- 29/05/2024134,340 mi+4,484 mi
- 02/06/2025141,604 mi+7,264 mi
- 03/06/2025141,604 mi
- 21/05/2026147,810 mi+6,206 mi
- 16/06/2026147,839 mi+29 mi
- 18/06/2026147,839 mi
Average of roughly 8,171 miles per year across 19 recorded odometer readings.
RV61 DVR MOT History
Interpretation generated from the recorded test data above — not an official DVSA statement and not a substitute for an independent inspection.
19 MOT tests are recorded for this 2011 Volvo V50 (RV61 DVR) between August 2014 and June 2026.
The record contains 12 passes and 7 failures.
The most recent test on 18 June 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 (22 issues), Brakes (13 issues), Suspension (4 issues), Lighting (3 issues), Windscreen (3 issues). Repeated mentions in one area can indicate an ongoing pattern worth checking in person.
In total 35 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: “Parking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))”; “Nearside Rear Tyre tread pattern not visible over the whole tread area when minimum depth required is 1.0mm (5.2.3 (e))”; “Front Tyre tread pattern not visible over the whole tread area when minimum depth required is 1.0mm (5.2.3 (e))”.
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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