2012 Volvo V50 1.6L Diesel · FR12 LFF
2012 Volvo V50 (1.6L, diesel). First registered 23/07/2012. Recorded mileage 105,824 miles. MOT status: Expired.
- Make & Model
- VOLVO V50
- Year / Origin
- 2012 · Lincoln
- MOT Status
- Valid until 16/06/2026
- Road Tax
- —
- Recorded Mileage
- 105,824 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
FR12 LFF Key Findings
- 5 MOT tests recorded
- Latest MOT passed on 17/06/2025
- 105,824 miles recorded at latest MOT
- 1 historical MOT failure
- No defects recorded at the latest MOT
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.
FR12 LFF Mileage History
- 04/07/202296,639 mi
- 26/06/2023100,395 mi+3,756 mi
- 26/06/2023100,395 mi
- 17/06/2024103,305 mi+2,910 mi
- 17/06/2025105,824 mi+2,519 mi
Average of roughly 3,109 miles per year across 5 recorded odometer readings.
FR12 LFF 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 (FR12 LFF) between July 2022 and June 2025.
The record contains 4 passes and 1 failure.
The most recent test on 17 June 2025 was a pass, although the earlier record includes 1 failure 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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