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WV61 LBZ

2011 Volvo V50

Grey Diesel 1560cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires14 Oct 2026
Tests15 (12 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

128,776 mi
Last recorded128,776 miles
Recorded on9 Oct 2025
Typical for 2011 Volvo V5093,340 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationWV61 LBZ
MakeVolvo
ModelV50
Year2011
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,560cc

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MOT History

12 pass 3 fail
Pass 9 Oct 2025 128,776 miles
Pass 9 Oct 2024 119,760 miles
Pass 10 Oct 2023 112,595 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Worn On Inner Edge (5.2.3 (e))

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

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin Both Sets Of Pads (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured Both Rears (4.4.3 (a))

Fail 10 Oct 2023 112,594 miles

Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively Both Wipers (3.4 (b) (ii))

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Offside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Worn On Inner Edge (5.2.3 (e))

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

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin Both Sets Of Pads (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured Both Rears (4.4.3 (a))

Pass 14 Oct 2022 101,558 miles
Pass 11 Oct 2021 95,223 miles
Pass 6 Oct 2020 87,164 miles

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

Pass 15 Oct 2019 78,461 miles
Fail 14 Oct 2019 78,461 miles

Offside Front Inner Prop shaft joint constant velocity boot no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))

Pass 15 Oct 2018 67,288 miles
Pass 13 Nov 2017 57,595 miles
Fail 13 Nov 2017 57,595 miles

Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Pass 11 Nov 2016 44,827 miles
Pass 11 Nov 2015 34,808 miles
Pass 12 Nov 2014 25,899 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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WV61 LBZ is a 2011 Volvo V50 in Grey with a 1,560cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 WV61 LBZ, 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 WV61 LBZ registered?

WV61 LBZ is a 2011 Volvo V50, first registered on 26 November 2011.

Is WV61 LBZ safe to buy?

The MOT history for WV61 LBZ shows 15 tests with a 80% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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