2011 Volvo V50 1.6L Diesel · YP11 JFG
2011 Volvo V50 (1.6L, diesel). First registered 17/06/2011. Recorded mileage 158,263 miles. MOT status: Expired.
- Make & Model
- VOLVO V50
- Year / Origin
- 2011 · Sheffield
- Safety Recall
- Unknown
- MOT Status
- Valid until 13/09/2026
- Road Tax
- —
- Recorded Mileage
- 158,263 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
YP11 JFG Key Findings
- 15 MOT tests recorded
- Latest MOT passed on 15/09/2025
- 158,263 miles recorded at latest MOT
- 3 historical MOT failures
- 2 defects noted at the latest MOT
- Recurring brakes items (8 mentions)
Derived directly from the recorded DVSA and DVLA data shown on this page.
MOT Roadworthiness: Below Average
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.
YP11 JFG Mileage History
- 05/06/201445,433 mi
- 18/06/201558,629 mi+13,196 mi
- 16/06/201669,866 mi+11,237 mi
- 16/06/201669,867 mi+1 mi
- 14/06/201778,298 mi+8,431 mi
- 30/05/201886,453 mi+8,155 mi
- 30/05/201886,453 mi
- 12/06/201997,904 mi+11,451 mi
- 15/12/2020111,582 mi+13,678 mi
- 29/09/2021119,837 mi+8,255 mi
- 03/10/2022131,511 mi+11,674 mi
- 10/10/2023142,116 mi+10,605 mi
- 11/10/2023142,118 mi+2 mi
- 14/08/2024150,719 mi+8,601 mi
- 15/09/2025158,263 mi+7,544 mi
Average of roughly 10,003 miles per year across 15 recorded odometer readings.
YP11 JFG MOT History
Interpretation generated from the recorded test data above — not an official DVSA statement and not a substitute for an independent inspection.
15 MOT tests are recorded for this 2011 Volvo V50 (YP11 JFG) between June 2014 and September 2025.
The record contains 12 passes and 3 failures.
The most recent test on 15 September 2025 was a pass, although the earlier record includes 3 failures that buyers may want to investigate.
Across all tests, the most frequently flagged areas are: Brakes (8 issues), Lighting (8 issues), Tyres (8 issues), Exhaust & Emissions (5 issues), Suspension (2 issues). Repeated mentions in one area can indicate an ongoing pattern worth checking in person.
In total 31 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: “Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))”; “Offside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii))”; “Nearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage fractured (5.3.3 (b) (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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