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BN11 EWH

2011 Volvo V50

Silver Diesel 1560cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires17 May 2027
Tests15 (13 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate86.7%

Mileage

101,492 mi
Last recorded101,492 miles
Recorded on25 Apr 2026
Typical for 2011 Volvo V5093,340 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBN11 EWH
MakeVolvo
ModelV50
Year2011
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,560cc

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MOT History

13 pass 2 fail
Pass 25 Apr 2026 101,492 miles

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 10 May 2025 100,212 miles

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 11 May 2024 98,452 miles
Pass 10 May 2023 96,762 miles
Pass 10 May 2022 94,407 miles

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both sides (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 20 Apr 2021 91,393 miles
Pass 18 May 2020 84,286 miles
Fail 15 May 2020 87,285 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords deep cut scrubbing inner edge (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Offside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords deep cut scrubbing inner edge (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Rear Inner Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing part starting uneven wear (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 25 Mar 2019 75,448 miles
Pass 20 Mar 2018 60,429 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement lower arm rear bush (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement lower arm rear bush (2.4.G.2)

Pass 5 Apr 2017 42,760 miles
Pass 8 Apr 2016 27,204 miles
Fail 8 Apr 2016 27,204 miles

Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Pass 26 Mar 2015 23,494 miles
Pass 20 Mar 2014 16,920 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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BN11 EWH is a 2011 Volvo V50 in Silver with a 1,560cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 86.7%.

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 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 BN11 EWH, 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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What year was BN11 EWH registered?

BN11 EWH is a 2011 Volvo V50, first registered on 8 April 2011.

Is BN11 EWH safe to buy?

The MOT history for BN11 EWH shows 15 tests with a 86.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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