2011 Volvo V50 1.6L Diesel · SY61 UTO
2011 Volvo V50 (1.6L, diesel). First registered 31/10/2011. Recorded mileage 78,460 miles. MOT valid until 06/11/2026.
- Make & Model
- VOLVO V50
- Year / Origin
- 2011 · Inverness
- Safety Recall
- Unknown
- MOT Status
- Valid until 06/11/2026
- Road Tax
- —
- Recorded Mileage
- 78,460 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
SY61 UTO Key Findings
- 5 MOT tests recorded
- Latest MOT passed on 17/10/2025
- 78,460 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.
SY61 UTO Mileage History
- 12/10/202369,537 mi
- 31/10/202474,801 mi+5,264 mi
- 07/11/202474,801 mi
- 14/10/202578,460 mi+3,659 mi
- 17/10/202578,460 mi
Average of roughly 4,429 miles per year across 5 recorded odometer readings.
SY61 UTO 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 (SY61 UTO) between October 2023 and October 2025.
The record contains 3 passes and 2 failures.
The most recent test on 17 October 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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