2012 Volvo V50 1.6L Diesel · AV12 NFL
2012 Volvo V50 (1.6L, diesel). First registered 30/03/2012. Recorded mileage 157,991 miles. MOT status: Expired.
- Make & Model
- VOLVO V50
- Year / Origin
- 2012 · Ipswich
- MOT Status
- Valid until 09/07/2024
- Road Tax
- —
- Recorded Mileage
- 157,991 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
AV12 NFL Key Findings
- 4 MOT tests recorded
- Latest MOT failed on 31/07/2024
- 157,991 miles recorded at latest MOT
- 2 historical MOT failures
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.
AV12 NFL Mileage History
- 05/07/2022121,038 mi
- 10/07/2023139,894 mi+18,856 mi
- 10/07/2023139,894 mi
- 31/07/2024157,991 mi+18,097 mi
Average of roughly 17,828 miles per year across 4 recorded odometer readings.
AV12 NFL MOT History
Interpretation generated from the recorded test data above — not an official DVSA statement and not a substitute for an independent inspection.
4 MOT tests are recorded for this 2012 Volvo V50 (AV12 NFL) between July 2022 and July 2024.
The record contains 2 passes and 2 failures.
The most recent test on 31 July 2024 was a fail; the vehicle has not passed its last recorded MOT.
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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