2011 Volvo V50 2.0L Diesel · WU11 PFF
2011 Volvo V50 (2.0L, diesel). First registered 01/03/2011. Recorded mileage 135,662 miles. MOT valid until 14/07/2027. Taxed until 01/03/2027.
- Make & Model
- VOLVO V50
- Year / Origin
- 2011 · Bristol
- Safety Recall
- Unknown
- MOT Status
- Valid until 14/07/2027
- Road Tax
- Taxed (01/03/2027)
- Recorded Mileage
- 135,662 mi
- ULEZ Compliance
- Non-Compliant (Pre-Euro 6 Diesel)
- Fuel & Engine
- DIESEL · 2.0L
- Reliability Guide
- Common Faults
- Fuel Type
- DIESEL
- Year
- 2011
- Engine
- 1984cc
WU11 PFF Key Findings
- 5 MOT tests recorded
- Latest MOT passed on 09/07/2026
- 135,662 miles recorded at latest MOT
- 2 historical MOT failures
- No defects recorded at the latest MOT
- Recurring tyres items (9 mentions)
Derived directly from the recorded DVSA and DVLA data shown on this page.
MOT Roadworthiness: Good
This rating reflects historical MOT pass rates and recurring advisory wear patterns from official DVSA test logs. Note that roadworthiness does not verify outstanding finance, insurance write-offs, or stolen records.
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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.
WU11 PFF Mileage History
- 15/03/2024118,678 mi
- 12/07/2025128,750 mi+10,072 mi
- 16/07/2025128,758 mi+8 mi
- 04/07/2026135,586 mi+6,828 mi
- 09/07/2026135,662 mi+76 mi
Average of roughly 7,331 miles per year across 5 recorded odometer readings.
WU11 PFF 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 (WU11 PFF) between March 2024 and July 2026.
The record contains 3 passes and 2 failures.
The most recent test on 09 July 2026 was a pass, although the earlier record includes 2 failures that buyers may want to investigate.
Across all tests, the most frequently flagged areas are: Tyres (9 issues), Suspension (4 issues), Brakes (2 issues), Steering (1 issue). Repeated mentions in one area can indicate an ongoing pattern worth checking in person.
In total 12 advisory notices are recorded. Advisories flag items that passed but may need attention before the next test; they are not evidence of how well the vehicle has been serviced.
Recorded failure items include: “Power steering component leaking pipe to rack (2.1.5 (a))”; “Rear Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt BOTH (5.3.4 (b) (ii))”; “Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour both (4.4.3 (a))”.
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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