2012 VOLVO V501.6L Diesel
Considering this 2012 VOLVO V50? It's a Diesel with a 1560cc engine showing 281,486 miles. MOT is valid and it's not currently taxed. View the full DVLA history below.
- Fuel Type
- Diesel
- Year
- 2012
- Engine
- 1560cc
MOT Roadworthiness: Good
This rating reflects historical MOT pass rates and recurring advisory wear patterns from official DVSA test logs. Note that roadworthiness does not verify outstanding finance, insurance write-offs, or stolen records.
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Full MOT History
Checking the history for this 2012 Volvo V50 (FLF 135), we found 5 MOT results in the period of April 2023 to March 2026.
With 4 passes and 1 failures, the lifetime MOT pass rate stands at 80%. Such a high pass rate is a positive indicator of the car's general condition and maintenance history.
Common Problems: VOLVO V50
Known issues reported by owners and MOT testers.
- Tailgate wiring and latch faults(Moderate)
The V50’s tailgate loom and latch wiring can fail through repeated opening, causing rear wiper, demister and boot-release problems.
- EGR and DPF clogging on diesels(Moderate)
Urban-driven diesel V50s soot up their EGR and DPF systems, leading to hesitation, smoke and warning lights.
- Powershift gearbox faults(Serious)
Dual-clutch Powershift transmissions can jerk, overheat or fail expensively if the correct servicing has been skipped.
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