2012 Volvo V50 1.6L Diesel · LL12 SSV
2012 Volvo V50 (1.6L, diesel). First registered 29 May 2012. Recorded mileage 118,406 miles. MOT valid until 01 Jan 2027. Taxed until 01 Jan 2027.
- Make & Model
- VOLVO V50
- Year / Origin
- 2012 · Wimbledon (South London)
- Safety Recall
- Unknown
- MOT Status
- Valid until 01 Jan 2027
- Road Tax
- Taxed (01 Jan 2027)
- Recorded Mileage
- 118,406 mi
- ULEZ Compliance
- Non-Compliant (Pre-Euro 6 Diesel)
- Fuel & Engine
- Diesel · 1.6L
- Reliability Guide
- Common Faults
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LL12 SSV Key Findings
- 17 MOT tests recorded
- Latest MOT passed on 02/12/2025
- 118,406 miles recorded at latest MOT
- 5 historical MOT failures
- 2 defects noted at the latest MOT
- Recurring tyres items (16 mentions)
Derived directly from the recorded DVSA and DVLA data shown on this page.
LL12 SSV 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 (LL12 SSV) between May 2015 and December 2025.
The record contains 12 passes and 5 failures.
The most recent test on 02 December 2025 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: Tyres (16 issues), Brakes (12 issues), Suspension (6 issues), Lighting (4 issues), Windscreen (1 issue). Repeated mentions in one area can indicate an ongoing pattern worth checking in person.
In total 36 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: “Nearside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))”; “Nearside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))”; “Nearside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii))”.
LL12 SSV Mileage History
- 19/05/201533,974 mi
- 19/05/201533,974 mi
- 26/04/201645,050 mi+11,076 mi
- 09/05/201758,498 mi+13,448 mi
- 09/05/201758,498 mi
- 16/05/201866,752 mi+8,254 mi
- 17/05/201866,752 mi
- 16/04/201971,907 mi+5,155 mi
- 17/04/201971,907 mi
- 02/01/202073,025 mi+1,118 mi
- 08/12/202078,496 mi+5,471 mi
- 15/12/202187,110 mi+8,614 mi
- 09/12/202297,332 mi+10,222 mi
- 19/12/2023106,711 mi+9,379 mi
- 12/12/2024112,378 mi+5,667 mi
- 02/12/2025118,405 mi+6,027 mi
- 02/12/2025118,406 mi+1 mi
Average of roughly 8,010 miles per year across 17 recorded odometer readings.
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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.
MOT Roadworthiness: Good
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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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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