2011 Volvo V50 1.6L Diesel · WL61 DGV

The vehicle currently presents in a roadworthy condition, having passed its most recent inspection on March 24 2026 at 89,246 miles with no recorded defects. The maintenance trend shows an improving trajectory following a mechanical failure in mid-2024. Since that failure, the car has undergone two clean passes, suggesting that the owner addressed identified mechanical weaknesses and maintained the vehicle to a standard operating level thereafter. The mileage profile is low for a 15-year-old Volvo, averaging approximately 6,000 miles per annum. Between July 2023 and July 2024, the vehicle covered 6,762 miles, indicating a consistent and low-usage pattern over the last years. While low mileage generally reduces wear on the engine and braking system, it can sometimes lead to the degradation of rubber components and seals due to age. The intervals between tests remain regular, suggesting the car has not been left stationary for long extended periods. A physical inspection should focus on the areas flagged during the June 2024 failure to ensure the repairs were carried out. The tester previously identified an excessively worn drive belt, a split offside front inner drive shaft CV boot, and a nearside front oil leak. A buyer must verify the CV boot is free of tears and grease leakage and check the drive shaft seal for any signs of active oil weeping. Given the age of the vehicle, a thorough check of the underside for corrosion on suspension bushes is also essential, as these components often perish over time on low-mileage cars regardless of distance driven.