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AF61 XCN

2011 Volvo V50

Black Diesel 1560cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires3 Aug 2026
Tests16 (12 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

140,795 mi
Last recorded140,795 miles
Recorded on15 Jul 2025
Typical for 2011 Volvo V5093,340 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAF61 XCN
MakeVolvo
ModelV50
Year2011
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,560cc

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MOT History

12 pass 4 fail
Pass 15 Jul 2025 140,795 miles

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both front inner- also deformed/lumpy (5.2.3 (e))

rear tyres inner edges very deformed and lumpy

Pass 30 Jul 2024 128,393 miles

Nearside Front tyre misshapen

hand brake has little reserve travel

Fail 29 Jul 2024 128,393 miles

Nearside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Front tyre misshapen

hand brake has little reserve travel

Pass 13 Jul 2023 112,822 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

wipers slightly smeary

Pass 22 Jul 2022 96,319 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge worn on inner edge. (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 4 Aug 2021 80,563 miles
Fail 3 Aug 2021 80,555 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too far to the right will not adjust (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Front Headlamp not working on main beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Pass 16 Jun 2020 75,416 miles
Pass 21 May 2019 68,848 miles
Pass 23 May 2018 61,448 miles
Fail 21 May 2018 61,448 miles

Offside Front Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))

Offside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Pass 24 May 2017 53,840 miles

Covers fitted to engine and under car obscuring view of some testable items

Pass 28 May 2016 42,461 miles

covers fitted to engine and under car

Pass 11 Jun 2015 29,818 miles
Fail 19 Jun 2014 20,476 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 19 Jun 2014 20,476 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

How Reliable is the Volvo V50?

Based on 920,660 MOT tests across 54,346 vehicles.

72.8%
Pass Rate
7,637
Miles/Year
22
Year Lifespan
54,346
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 22,058
Registration plate lamp not working 11,891
Tyre has ply or cords exposed 10,891
coil spring broken 9,145
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 7,907
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AF61 XCN is a 2011 Volvo V50 in Black with a 1,560cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

Across all 2011 Volvo V50 models, the average MOT pass rate is 73.2% with a typical mileage of 93,340 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Volvo V50 fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 22,058 recorded failures. If you're considering buying AF61 XCN, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Volvo V50 typically stays on UK roads for around 22 years. At 15 years old, this Volvo V50 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was AF61 XCN registered?

AF61 XCN is a 2011 Volvo V50, first registered on 22 September 2011.

Is AF61 XCN safe to buy?

The MOT history for AF61 XCN shows 16 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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