2011 Volvo V50 1.6L Diesel · YF61 SHZ
2011 Volvo V50 (1.6L, diesel). First registered 01/12/2011. Recorded mileage 162,433 miles. MOT valid until 22/12/2026. Taxed until 01/07/2027.
- Make & Model
- VOLVO V50
- Year / Origin
- 2011 · Leeds
- Safety Recall
- Unknown
- MOT Status
- Valid until 22/12/2026
- Road Tax
- Taxed (01/07/2027)
- Recorded Mileage
- 162,433 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
YF61 SHZ Key Findings
- 5 MOT tests recorded
- Latest MOT passed on 10/12/2025
- 162,433 miles recorded at latest MOT
- 2 historical MOT failures
- 1 defect noted at the latest MOT
- Recurring tyres items (7 mentions)
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.
YF61 SHZ Mileage History
- 15/12/2023143,523 mi
- 28/11/2024147,684 mi+4,161 mi
- 28/11/2024147,684 mi
- 27/11/2025162,431 mi+14,747 mi
- 10/12/2025162,433 mi+2 mi
Average of roughly 9,512 miles per year across 5 recorded odometer readings.
YF61 SHZ 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 (YF61 SHZ) between December 2023 and December 2025.
The record contains 3 passes and 2 failures.
The most recent test on 10 December 2025 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 (7 issues), Lighting (4 issues), Suspension (2 issues), Exhaust & Emissions (2 issues). Repeated mentions in one area can indicate an ongoing pattern worth checking in person.
In total 8 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: “Rear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases rear exhaust box corroded and has hole inbox (6.1.2 (a))”; “Front Exhaust silencer insecure front bracket broken pipe insecure (8.1.1 (b) (i))”; “Offside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed tyre showing cord on inner tread (5.2.3 (d) (ii))”.
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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