2011 Volvo V50 2.0L Diesel · VA11 CLU
2011 Volvo V50 (2.0L, diesel). First registered 30/06/2011. Recorded mileage 131,900 miles. MOT valid until 30/12/2026.
- Make & Model
- VOLVO V50
- Year / Origin
- 2011 · Worcester
- Safety Recall
- Unknown
- MOT Status
- Valid until 30/12/2026
- Road Tax
- —
- Recorded Mileage
- 131,900 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
VA11 CLU Key Findings
- 5 MOT tests recorded
- Latest MOT passed on 12/12/2025
- 131,900 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.
VA11 CLU Mileage History
- 15/12/2023120,299 mi
- 19/12/2023120,344 mi+45 mi
- 10/12/2024125,118 mi+4,774 mi
- 13/12/2024125,280 mi+162 mi
- 12/12/2025131,900 mi+6,620 mi
Average of roughly 5,821 miles per year across 5 recorded odometer readings.
VA11 CLU 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 (VA11 CLU) between December 2023 and December 2025.
The record contains 3 passes and 2 failures.
The most recent test on 12 December 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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