2012 Volvo V50 1.6L Diesel · KU12 ULT
2012 Volvo V50 (1.6L, diesel). First registered 01 Mar 2012. Recorded mileage 121,002 miles. MOT valid until 01 Mar 2027.
- Make & Model
- VOLVO V50
- Year / Origin
- 2012 · Northampton
- Safety Recall
- Unknown
- MOT Status
- Valid until 01 Mar 2027
- Road Tax
- —
- Recorded Mileage
- 121,002 mi
- ULEZ Compliance
- Non-Compliant (Pre-Euro 6 Diesel)
- Fuel & Engine
- Diesel · 1.6L
- Reliability Guide
- Common Faults
KU12 ULT Key Findings
- 16 MOT tests recorded
- Latest MOT passed on 18/02/2026
- 121,002 miles recorded at latest MOT
- 4 historical MOT failures
- 3 defects noted at the latest MOT
- Recurring tyres items (10 mentions)
Derived directly from the recorded DVSA and DVLA data shown on this page.
MOT Roadworthiness: Good
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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.
KU12 ULT Mileage History
- 26/02/201533,444 mi
- 26/02/201533,444 mi
- 22/02/201644,835 mi+11,391 mi
- 20/02/201756,568 mi+11,733 mi
- 20/02/201756,568 mi
- 12/02/201866,688 mi+10,120 mi
- 13/02/201866,717 mi+29 mi
- 18/02/201976,970 mi+10,253 mi
- 19/02/201976,970 mi
- 17/02/202086,867 mi+9,897 mi
- 17/02/202196,261 mi+9,394 mi
- 03/02/202298,602 mi+2,341 mi
- 16/02/2023104,509 mi+5,907 mi
- 19/02/2024110,558 mi+6,049 mi
- 24/02/2025115,549 mi+4,991 mi
- 18/02/2026121,002 mi+5,453 mi
Average of roughly 7,975 miles per year across 16 recorded odometer readings.
KU12 ULT 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 (KU12 ULT) between February 2015 and February 2026.
The record contains 12 passes and 4 failures.
The most recent test on 18 February 2026 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), Brakes (7 issues), Suspension (5 issues), Lighting (2 issues). Repeated mentions in one area can indicate an ongoing pattern worth checking in person.
In total 19 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 Rear Hydraulic brake calliper leaking (1.1.16 (b) (i))”; “Offside Rear Brake pad(s) contaminated (1.1.13 (b))”; “Nearside Front Inner Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingr”.
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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