2011 Volvo V50 2.0L Diesel · WU11 WSY
2011 Volvo V50 (2.0L, diesel). First registered 31 Mar 2011. Recorded mileage 154,571 miles. MOT expired on 31 Mar 2026.
- Make & Model
- VOLVO V50
- Year / Origin
- 2011 · Bristol
- Safety Recall
- Unknown
- MOT Status
- Expired on 31 Mar 2026
- Road Tax
- —
- Recorded Mileage
- 154,571 mi
- ULEZ Compliance
- Non-Compliant (Pre-Euro 6 Diesel)
- Fuel & Engine
- Diesel · 2.0L
- Reliability Guide
- Common Faults
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WU11 WSY Key Findings
- 5 MOT tests recorded
- Latest MOT failed on 31/03/2026
- 154,571 miles recorded at latest MOT
- 3 historical MOT failures
Derived directly from the recorded DVSA and DVLA data shown on this page.
WU11 WSY 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 WSY) between March 2024 and March 2026.
The record contains 2 passes and 3 failures.
The most recent test on 31 March 2026 was a fail; the vehicle has not passed its last recorded MOT.
WU11 WSY Mileage History
- 28/03/2024135,214 mi
- 28/03/2024135,214 mi
- 13/03/2025142,554 mi+7,340 mi
- 27/03/2025142,554 mi
- 31/03/2026154,571 mi+12,017 mi
Average of roughly 9,648 miles per year across 5 recorded odometer readings.
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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.
MOT Roadworthiness: Poor
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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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