2011 Volvo V50 2.0L Diesel · VA11 DFO
2011 Volvo V50 (2.0L, diesel). First registered 09 Jul 2011. Recorded mileage 108,176 miles. MOT expired on 04 May 2026.
- Make & Model
- VOLVO V50
- Year / Origin
- 2011 · Worcester
- Safety Recall
- Unknown
- MOT Status
- Expired on 04 May 2026
- Road Tax
- —
- Recorded Mileage
- 108,176 mi
- ULEZ Compliance
- Non-Compliant (Pre-Euro 6 Diesel)
- Fuel & Engine
- Diesel · 2.0L
- Reliability Guide
- Common Faults
VA11 DFO Key Findings
- 5 MOT tests recorded
- Latest MOT passed on 02/05/2025
- 108,176 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.
VA11 DFO Mileage History
- 07/04/202292,023 mi
- 27/04/202397,236 mi+5,213 mi
- 30/04/2024103,089 mi+5,853 mi
- 01/05/2025108,175 mi+5,086 mi
- 02/05/2025108,176 mi+1 mi
Average of roughly 5,263 miles per year across 5 recorded odometer readings.
VA11 DFO 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 DFO) between April 2022 and May 2025.
The record contains 4 passes and 1 failure.
The most recent test on 02 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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- Tailgate wiring and latch faultsModerate
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 dieselsModerate
Urban-driven diesel V50s soot up their EGR and DPF systems, leading to hesitation, smoke and warning lights.
- Powershift gearbox faultsSerious
Dual-clutch Powershift transmissions can jerk, overheat or fail expensively if the correct servicing has been skipped.
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