2012 Volvo V50 1.6L Diesel · FE12 KJK
2012 Volvo V50 (1.6L, diesel). First registered 03 Mar 2012. Recorded mileage 123,708 miles. MOT valid until 15 Jan 2027.
- Make & Model
- VOLVO V50
- Year / Origin
- 2012 · Nottingham
- Safety Recall
- Unknown
- MOT Status
- Valid until 15 Jan 2027
- Road Tax
- —
- Recorded Mileage
- 123,708 mi
- ULEZ Compliance
- Non-Compliant (Pre-Euro 6 Diesel)
- Fuel & Engine
- Diesel · 1.6L
- Reliability Guide
- Common Faults
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FE12 KJK Key Findings
- 16 MOT tests recorded
- Latest MOT passed on 19/12/2025
- 123,708 miles recorded at latest MOT
- 4 historical MOT failures
- No defects recorded at the latest MOT
- Recurring tyres items (10 mentions)
Derived directly from the recorded DVSA and DVLA data shown on this page.
FE12 KJK MOT History
Interpretation generated from the recorded test data above — not an official DVSA statement and not a substitute for an independent inspection.
16 MOT tests are recorded for this 2012 Volvo V50 (FE12 KJK) between February 2015 and December 2025.
The record contains 12 passes and 4 failures.
The most recent test on 19 December 2025 was a pass, although the earlier record includes 4 failures that buyers may want to investigate.
Across all tests, the most frequently flagged areas are: Tyres (10 issues), Suspension (10 issues), Exhaust & Emissions (3 issues), Lighting (3 issues), Brakes (2 issues). Repeated mentions in one area can indicate an ongoing pattern worth checking in person.
In total 13 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 Front Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))”; “Offside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))”; “Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))”.
FE12 KJK Mileage History
- 24/02/201521,078 mi
- 25/02/201521,078 mi
- 24/02/201627,634 mi+6,556 mi
- 22/02/201736,962 mi+9,328 mi
- 26/02/201849,652 mi+12,690 mi
- 28/02/201960,599 mi+10,947 mi
- 04/02/202072,867 mi+12,268 mi
- 11/02/202181,236 mi+8,369 mi
- 07/02/202288,075 mi+6,839 mi
- 08/02/202288,083 mi+8 mi
- 08/02/202395,953 mi+7,870 mi
- 05/02/2024102,730 mi+6,777 mi
- 06/02/2024102,730 mi
- 16/01/2025112,096 mi+9,366 mi
- 16/12/2025123,704 mi+11,608 mi
- 19/12/2025123,708 mi+4 mi
Average of roughly 9,488 miles per year across 16 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: 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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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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