2011 Volvo V50 2.5L Petrol · SL61 EBJ
2011 Volvo V50 (2.5L, petrol). First registered 20/09/2011. Recorded mileage 89,671 miles. MOT valid until 18/09/2026.
- Make & Model
- VOLVO V50
- Year / Origin
- 2011 · Edinburgh
- MOT Status
- Valid until 18/09/2026
- Road Tax
- —
- Recorded Mileage
- 89,671 mi
- ULEZ Compliance
- ULEZ Compliant (Euro 4+)
- Fuel & Engine
- Petrol · 2.5L
- Reliability Guide
- Common Faults
- Fuel Type
- Petrol
- Year
- 2011
- Engine
- 2521cc
SL61 EBJ Key Findings
- 5 MOT tests recorded
- Latest MOT passed on 19/09/2025
- 89,671 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.
MOT Roadworthiness: 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.
SL61 EBJ Mileage History
- 17/06/202383,807 mi
- 19/06/202383,807 mi
- 17/06/202487,197 mi+3,390 mi
- 01/07/202589,671 mi+2,474 mi
- 19/09/202589,671 mi
Average of roughly 2,596 miles per year across 5 recorded odometer readings.
SL61 EBJ 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 (SL61 EBJ) between June 2023 and September 2025.
The record contains 3 passes and 2 failures.
The most recent test on 19 September 2025 was a pass, although the earlier record includes 2 failures 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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