2012 Volvo V50 1.6L Diesel · GV12 FWS
2012 Volvo V50 (1.6L, diesel). First registered 31/05/2012. Recorded mileage 156,677 miles. MOT valid until 08/04/2027.
- Make & Model
- VOLVO V50
- Year / Origin
- 2012 · Canterbury
- MOT Status
- Valid until 08/04/2027
- Road Tax
- —
- Recorded Mileage
- 156,677 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
AI-generated interpretation of this vehicle’s MOT record — not an official statement and not a substitute for an independent inspection.
GV12 FWS Key Findings
- 5 MOT tests recorded
- Latest MOT passed on 09/04/2026
- 156,677 miles recorded at latest MOT
- 2 historical MOT failures
- No defects recorded at the latest MOT
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.
GV12 FWS Mileage History
- 02/04/2024146,908 mi
- 01/04/2025152,161 mi+5,253 mi
- 01/04/2025152,161 mi
- 02/04/2026156,676 mi+4,515 mi
- 09/04/2026156,677 mi+1 mi
Average of roughly 4,843 miles per year across 5 recorded odometer readings.
GV12 FWS 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 (GV12 FWS) between April 2024 and April 2026.
The record contains 3 passes and 2 failures.
The most recent test on 09 April 2026 was a pass, although the earlier record includes 2 failures 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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