2011 Volvo V50 2.0L Diesel · SA61 FXD
2011 Volvo V50 (2.0L, diesel). First registered 01/09/2011. Recorded mileage 167,927 miles. MOT status: Expired.
- Make & Model
- VOLVO V50
- Year / Origin
- 2011 · Glasgow
- MOT Status
- Valid until 11/05/2026
- Road Tax
- —
- Recorded Mileage
- 167,927 mi
- ULEZ Compliance
- Non-Compliant (Pre-Euro 6 Diesel)
- Fuel & Engine
- Diesel · 2.0L
- Reliability Guide
- Common Faults
- Fuel Type
- Diesel
- Year
- 2011
- Engine
- 1997cc
SA61 FXD Key Findings
- 5 MOT tests recorded
- Latest MOT passed on 10/05/2025
- 167,927 miles recorded at latest MOT
- 1 historical MOT failure
- No defects recorded at the latest MOT
Derived directly from the recorded DVSA and DVLA data shown on this page.
MOT Roadworthiness: Below Average
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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.
SA61 FXD Mileage History
- 12/05/2022135,544 mi
- 10/05/2023143,634 mi+8,090 mi
- 20/04/2024155,402 mi+11,768 mi
- 08/05/2025167,927 mi+12,525 mi
- 10/05/2025167,927 mi
Average of roughly 10,813 miles per year across 5 recorded odometer readings.
SA61 FXD 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 (SA61 FXD) between May 2022 and May 2025.
The record contains 4 passes and 1 failure.
The most recent test on 10 May 2025 was a pass, although the earlier record includes 1 failure that buyers may want to investigate.
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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