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BK61 NVT

2011 Volvo V50

Black Diesel 1560cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires8 Sep 2026
Tests18 (12 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

136,713 mi
Last recorded136,713 miles
Recorded on29 Aug 2025
Typical for 2011 Volvo V5093,340 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBK61 NVT
MakeVolvo
ModelV50
Year2011
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,560cc

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MOT History

12 pass 6 fail
Pass 29 Aug 2025 136,713 miles
Fail 29 Aug 2025 136,713 miles

Nearside Headlamp light intensity severely reduced (4.1.4 (a))

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

Pass 9 Sep 2024 135,522 miles
Pass 30 Aug 2023 133,781 miles
Fail 26 Aug 2023 133,770 miles

Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt N/S/F (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure N/S/R (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 27 Aug 2022 132,084 miles
Fail 27 Aug 2022 132,084 miles

Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))

Anti-roll bar linkage fractured O/S/R (5.3.3 (b) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 31 Aug 2021 130,400 miles

Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing BOTH REARS (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Fail 27 Aug 2021 130,396 miles

Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing BOTH REARS (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 21 Aug 2020 128,687 miles
Fail 21 Aug 2020 128,687 miles

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

Pass 4 Sep 2019 127,208 miles
Fail 3 Sep 2019 127,208 miles

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

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

Pass 30 Aug 2018 125,715 miles

Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge BOTH FRONTS (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 7 Aug 2017 124,329 miles
Pass 9 Sep 2016 107,323 miles
Pass 7 Sep 2015 84,784 miles

both front tyres are wearing on the inner edges

Pass 1 Sep 2014 64,567 miles

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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BK61 NVT is a 2011 Volvo V50 in Black with a 1,560cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 BK61 NVT, 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

How do I check the history of BK61 NVT?

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What year was BK61 NVT registered?

BK61 NVT is a 2011 Volvo V50, first registered on 28 September 2011.

Is BK61 NVT safe to buy?

The MOT history for BK61 NVT shows 18 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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