2012 Volvo V50 1.6L Diesel · CE12 JPU
2012 Volvo V50 (1.6L, diesel). First registered 01 Mar 2012. Recorded mileage 86,337 miles. MOT valid until 06 Jul 2027.
- Make & Model
- VOLVO V50
- Year / Origin
- 2012 · Cardiff
- Safety Recall
- Unknown
- MOT Status
- Valid until 06 Jul 2027
- Road Tax
- —
- Recorded Mileage
- 86,337 mi
- ULEZ Compliance
- Non-Compliant (Pre-Euro 6 Diesel)
- Fuel & Engine
- Diesel · 1.6L
- Reliability Guide
- Common Faults
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CE12 JPU Key Findings
- 18 MOT tests recorded
- Latest MOT passed on 07/07/2026
- 86,337 miles recorded at latest MOT
- 6 historical MOT failures
- 2 defects noted at the latest MOT
- Recurring suspension items (16 mentions)
Derived directly from the recorded DVSA and DVLA data shown on this page.
CE12 JPU MOT History
Interpretation generated from the recorded test data above — not an official DVSA statement and not a substitute for an independent inspection.
18 MOT tests are recorded for this 2012 Volvo V50 (CE12 JPU) between February 2015 and July 2026.
The record contains 12 passes and 6 failures.
The most recent test on 07 July 2026 was a pass, although the earlier record includes 6 failures that buyers may want to investigate.
Across all tests, the most frequently flagged areas are: Suspension (16 issues), Tyres (9 issues), Brakes (6 issues), Windscreen (5 issues), Lighting (4 issues). Repeated mentions in one area can indicate an ongoing pattern worth checking in person.
In total 33 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: “Offside Front Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (”; “Nearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))”; “Nearside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))”.
CE12 JPU Mileage History
- 23/02/201536,780 mi
- 15/02/201638,668 mi+1,888 mi
- 22/02/201742,304 mi+3,636 mi
- 21/02/201845,497 mi+3,193 mi
- 21/02/201845,497 mi
- 21/02/201947,367 mi+1,870 mi
- 21/02/201947,367 mi
- 26/02/202048,209 mi+842 mi
- 02/03/202151,714 mi+3,505 mi
- 02/03/202151,714 mi
- 08/07/202261,655 mi+9,941 mi
- 08/07/202261,655 mi
- 06/07/202368,060 mi+6,405 mi
- 06/07/202368,061 mi+1 mi
- 25/06/202473,995 mi+5,934 mi
- 25/06/202580,519 mi+6,524 mi
- 25/06/202580,519 mi
- 07/07/202686,337 mi+5,818 mi
Average of roughly 4,360 miles per year across 18 recorded odometer readings.
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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.
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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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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- Tailgate wiring and latch faultsModerate
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 dieselsModerate
Urban-driven diesel V50s soot up their EGR and DPF systems, leading to hesitation, smoke and warning lights.
- Powershift gearbox faultsSerious
Dual-clutch Powershift transmissions can jerk, overheat or fail expensively if the correct servicing has been skipped.
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