2012 Volvo V50 2.0L Petrol · KM61 YMX
2012 Volvo V50 (2.0L, petrol). First registered 10/02/2012. Recorded mileage 216,052 miles. MOT valid until 17/02/2027.
- Make & Model
- VOLVO V50
- Year / Origin
- 2012 · Northampton
- Safety Recall
- Unknown
- MOT Status
- Valid until 17/02/2027
- Road Tax
- —
- Recorded Mileage
- 216,052 mi
- ULEZ Compliance
- ULEZ Compliant (Euro 4+)
- Fuel & Engine
- Petrol · 2.0L
- Reliability Guide
- Common Faults
- Fuel Type
- Petrol
- Year
- 2012
- Engine
- 1999cc
KM61 YMX Key Findings
- 5 MOT tests recorded
- Latest MOT passed on 16/02/2026
- 216,052 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
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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.
KM61 YMX Mileage History
- 08/02/2024206,882 mi
- 08/02/2024206,882 mi
- 05/02/2025213,961 mi+7,079 mi
- 16/02/2026216,052 mi+2,091 mi
- 16/02/2026216,052 mi
Average of roughly 4,532 miles per year across 5 recorded odometer readings.
KM61 YMX 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 (KM61 YMX) between February 2024 and February 2026.
The record contains 3 passes and 2 failures.
The most recent test on 16 February 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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