2012 Volvo V50 2.0L Diesel · AF12 VDY
2012 Volvo V50 (2.0L, diesel). First registered 20/03/2012. Recorded mileage 238,132 miles. MOT valid until 06/05/2027.
- Make & Model
- VOLVO V50
- Year / Origin
- 2012 · Peterborough
- MOT Status
- Valid until 06/05/2027
- Road Tax
- —
- Recorded Mileage
- 238,132 mi
- ULEZ Compliance
- Non-Compliant (Pre-Euro 6 Diesel)
- Fuel & Engine
- Diesel · 2.0L
- Reliability Guide
- Common Faults
- Fuel Type
- Diesel
- Year
- 2012
- Engine
- 1999cc
AF12 VDY Key Findings
- 5 MOT tests recorded
- Latest MOT passed on 08/05/2026
- 238,132 miles recorded at latest MOT
- 2 historical MOT failures
- 10 defects noted at the latest MOT
- Recurring tyres items (11 mentions)
Derived directly from the recorded DVSA and DVLA data shown on this page.
MOT Roadworthiness: Below Average
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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Known faults for Volvo V50
Our database tracks 3 specific mechanical faults and recurring failure patterns identified across UK MOT testing stations for this generation.
AF12 VDY Mileage History
- 14/03/2024196,294 mi
- 14/03/2024196,294 mi
- 10/04/2025212,761 mi+16,467 mi
- 30/04/2026237,615 mi+24,854 mi
- 08/05/2026238,132 mi+517 mi
Average of roughly 19,459 miles per year across 5 recorded odometer readings.
AF12 VDY MOT History
Interpretation generated from the recorded test data above — not an official DVSA statement and not a substitute for an independent inspection.
5 MOT tests are recorded for this 2012 Volvo V50 (AF12 VDY) between March 2024 and May 2026.
The record contains 3 passes and 2 failures.
The most recent test on 08 May 2026 was a pass, although the earlier record includes 2 failures that buyers may want to investigate.
Across all tests, the most frequently flagged areas are: Tyres (11 issues), Brakes (7 issues), Lighting (7 issues), Windscreen (6 issues), Suspension (3 issues). Repeated mentions in one area can indicate an ongoing pattern worth checking in person.
In total 28 advisory notices are recorded. Advisories flag items that passed but may need attention before the next test; they are not evidence of how well the vehicle has been serviced.
Recorded failure items include: “Nearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush likely to become detached (5.3.4 (a) (ii))”; “Offside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush likely to become detached (5.3.4 (a) (ii))”; “Offside Rear Tyre not fitted in accordance with side wall instructions (5.2.3 (i))”.
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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