2012 Volvo V50 1.6L Diesel · GF62 OTC
2012 Volvo V50 (1.6L, diesel). First registered 10/12/2012. Recorded mileage 69,559 miles. MOT valid until 22/01/2027.
- Make & Model
- VOLVO V50
- Year / Origin
- 2012 · Maidstone
- Safety Recall
- Unknown
- MOT Status
- Valid until 22/01/2027
- Road Tax
- —
- Recorded Mileage
- 69,559 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
GF62 OTC Key Findings
- 17 MOT tests recorded
- Latest MOT passed on 23/01/2026
- 69,559 miles recorded at latest MOT
- 5 historical MOT failures
- 2 defects noted at the latest MOT
- Recurring lighting items (2 mentions)
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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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.
GF62 OTC Mileage History
- 25/11/201559,430 mi
- 25/11/201559,430 mi
- 04/02/201659,963 mi+533 mi
- 04/02/201763,616 mi+3,653 mi
- 15/01/201863,848 mi+232 mi
- 15/01/201863,848 mi
- 15/02/201964,946 mi+1,098 mi
- 17/02/202065,786 mi+840 mi
- 17/02/202065,786 mi
- 13/02/202166,363 mi+577 mi
- 14/02/202267,075 mi+712 mi
- 17/02/202367,676 mi+601 mi
- 28/02/202468,582 mi+906 mi
- 13/02/202569,087 mi+505 mi
- 14/02/202569,089 mi+2 mi
- 22/01/202669,559 mi+470 mi
- 23/01/202669,559 mi
Average of roughly 997 miles per year across 17 recorded odometer readings.
GF62 OTC MOT History
Interpretation generated from the recorded test data above — not an official DVSA statement and not a substitute for an independent inspection.
17 MOT tests are recorded for this 2012 Volvo V50 (GF62 OTC) between November 2015 and January 2026.
The record contains 12 passes and 5 failures.
The most recent test on 23 January 2026 was a pass, although the earlier record includes 5 failures that buyers may want to investigate.
Across all tests, the most frequently flagged areas are: Lighting (2 issues), Brakes (2 issues), Tyres (2 issues), Suspension (2 issues), Windscreen (1 issue). Repeated mentions in one area can indicate an ongoing pattern worth checking in person.
In total 7 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 Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))”; “Nearside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))”; “Offside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii))”.
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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