2011 Volvo V50 1.6L Diesel · YC61 XPT
2011 Volvo V50 (1.6L, diesel). First registered 10/11/2011. Recorded mileage 95,659 miles. MOT valid until 17/11/2026.
- Make & Model
- VOLVO V50
- Year / Origin
- 2011 · Leeds
- Safety Recall
- Unknown
- MOT Status
- Valid until 17/11/2026
- Road Tax
- —
- Recorded Mileage
- 95,659 mi
- ULEZ Compliance
- Non-Compliant (Pre-Euro 6 Diesel)
- Fuel & Engine
- Diesel · 1.6L
- Reliability Guide
- Common Faults
- Fuel Type
- Diesel
- Year
- 2011
- Engine
- 1560cc
YC61 XPT Key Findings
- 5 MOT tests recorded
- Latest MOT passed on 10/11/2025
- 95,659 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: 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.
YC61 XPT Mileage History
- 14/11/202276,213 mi
- 18/11/202276,331 mi+118 mi
- 30/10/202382,774 mi+6,443 mi
- 11/11/202488,165 mi+5,391 mi
- 10/11/202595,659 mi+7,494 mi
Average of roughly 6,505 miles per year across 5 recorded odometer readings.
YC61 XPT 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 (YC61 XPT) between November 2022 and November 2025.
The record contains 4 passes and 1 failure.
The most recent test on 10 November 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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