2012 Volvo V50 1.6L Diesel · AV12 BLF
2012 Volvo V50 (1.6L, diesel). First registered 27/03/2012. Recorded mileage 120,079 miles. MOT valid until 25/02/2027.
- Make & Model
- VOLVO V50
- Year / Origin
- 2012 · Ipswich
- MOT Status
- Valid until 25/02/2027
- Road Tax
- —
- Recorded Mileage
- 120,079 mi
- ULEZ Compliance
- Non-Compliant (Pre-Euro 6 Diesel)
- Fuel & Engine
- Diesel · 1.6L
- Reliability Guide
- Common Faults
- Fuel Type
- Diesel
- Year
- 2012
- Engine
- 1560cc
AI-generated interpretation of this vehicle’s MOT record — not an official statement and not a substitute for an independent inspection.
AV12 BLF Key Findings
- 5 MOT tests recorded
- Latest MOT passed on 26/02/2026
- 120,079 miles recorded at latest MOT
- 2 historical MOT failures
- No defects recorded at the latest MOT
Derived directly from the recorded DVSA and DVLA data shown on this page.
MOT Roadworthiness: 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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AV12 BLF Mileage History
- 15/02/2024106,407 mi
- 11/02/2025112,966 mi+6,559 mi
- 04/02/2026120,055 mi+7,089 mi
- 20/02/2026120,079 mi+24 mi
- 26/02/2026120,079 mi
Average of roughly 6,731 miles per year across 5 recorded odometer readings.
AV12 BLF 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 (AV12 BLF) between February 2024 and February 2026.
The record contains 3 passes and 2 failures.
The most recent test on 26 February 2026 was a pass, although the earlier record includes 2 failures that buyers may want to investigate.
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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