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DN61 OBJ

2011 Volvo V50

Blue Diesel 1984cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires31 Aug 2026
Tests14 (12 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

77,895 mi
Last recorded77,895 miles
Recorded on27 Aug 2025
Typical for 2011 Volvo V5093,340 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDN61 OBJ
MakeVolvo
ModelV50
Year2011
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,984cc

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MOT History

12 pass 2 fail
Pass 27 Aug 2025 77,895 miles

The emission limits were tested and met but the dsm could not register the output

Pass 23 Aug 2024 74,596 miles
Pass 9 Aug 2023 71,351 miles

The emissions limits were tested and met but the DSM could not register the output.

Pass 9 Aug 2022 67,913 miles
Fail 5 Aug 2022 67,913 miles

Offside Front Tyre has a lump, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Rear Hydraulic brake cylinder leaking hydraulic fluid (1.1.16 (b) (i))

Pass 19 Aug 2021 63,415 miles

The emission limits were tested and met but the dsm could not register the output

Pass 1 Sep 2020 59,902 miles
Fail 12 Aug 2020 59,870 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Service brake grabbing slightly (1.2.1 (c))

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

Pass 20 Nov 2019 59,071 miles

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

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

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

Pass 20 Nov 2018 55,403 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

engine cover and under tray fitted

Pass 20 Nov 2017 51,006 miles

engine cover and under tray fitted

Pass 15 Nov 2016 45,016 miles

engine cover and under trays fitted

Pass 17 Nov 2015 38,522 miles

front brake pads getting low

nearside front outer tyre side wall slightly damaged

Pass 17 Nov 2014 29,695 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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DN61 OBJ is a 2011 Volvo V50 in Blue with a 1,984cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

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 DN61 OBJ, 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 DN61 OBJ?

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What year was DN61 OBJ registered?

DN61 OBJ is a 2011 Volvo V50, first registered on 30 November 2011.

Is DN61 OBJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for DN61 OBJ shows 14 tests with a 85.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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