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AJ11 YJC

2011 Volvo V50

Black Diesel 1560cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires2 Feb 2027
Tests19 (12 pass, 7 fail)
Pass rate63.2%

Mileage

117,138 mi
Last recorded117,138 miles
Recorded on2 Feb 2026
Typical for 2011 Volvo V5093,340 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAJ11 YJC
MakeVolvo
ModelV50
Year2011
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,560cc

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MOT History

12 pass 7 fail
Pass 2 Feb 2026 117,138 miles

Nearside Rear Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))

Fail 2 Feb 2026 117,138 miles

Nearside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))

Offside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))

Nearside Rear Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))

Pass 3 Feb 2025 104,325 miles

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

Nearside Side repeater indicator has some damage

Offside Parking break effort is low

Offside Side repeater indicator has some damage

Fail 31 Jan 2025 104,322 miles

Parking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))

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

Nearside Side repeater indicator has some damage

Offside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

Offside Parking break effort is low

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

Pass 25 Jan 2024 96,060 miles
Fail 22 Jan 2024 96,058 miles

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

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

Pass 27 Jul 2022 87,524 miles

Nearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Offside Front Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view Centre of screen (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 28 Jul 2021 80,366 miles

Nearside Rear Un-wear on nearside rear tyre, probably causing excessive road noise.

Nearside Side repeater lens defective which has no effect on emitted light Outer lens broken (4.4.1 (b) (i))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge On wear limit (5.2.3 (e))

Fail 28 Jul 2021 80,363 miles

Offside Steering rack gaiter missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))

Nearside Rear Un-wear on nearside rear tyre, probably causing excessive road noise.

Nearside Side repeater lens defective which has no effect on emitted light Outer lens broken (4.4.1 (b) (i))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge On wear limit (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 12 Aug 2020 76,820 miles

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

Fail 12 Aug 2020 76,820 miles

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

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid Both front (3.5 (a))

Pass 9 Aug 2019 72,670 miles
Pass 23 Jul 2018 62,862 miles
Fail 23 Jul 2018 62,856 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Pass 14 Jul 2017 57,067 miles
Fail 14 Jul 2017 57,067 miles

Offside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Pass 20 Jul 2016 48,491 miles
Pass 24 Jul 2015 39,229 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

OSF tyre worn on inner edge

Pass 10 Jun 2014 28,658 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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AJ11 YJC is a 2011 Volvo V50 in Black with a 1,560cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 63.2%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 AJ11 YJC, 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.

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AJ11 YJC is a 2011 Volvo V50, first registered on 30 June 2011.

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