2012 Volvo V50 2.0L Petrol · MV61 ECJ
2012 Volvo V50 (2.0L, petrol). First registered 21/01/2012. Recorded mileage 46,945 miles. MOT valid until 03/04/2027.
- Make & Model
- VOLVO V50
- Year / Origin
- 2012 · Manchester & Merseyside
- Safety Recall
- Unknown
- MOT Status
- Valid until 03/04/2027
- Road Tax
- —
- Recorded Mileage
- 46,945 mi
- ULEZ Compliance
- ULEZ Compliant (Euro 4+)
- Fuel & Engine
- Petrol · 2.0L
- Reliability Guide
- Common Faults
- Fuel Type
- Petrol
- Year
- 2012
- Engine
- 1995cc
MV61 ECJ Key Findings
- 5 MOT tests recorded
- Latest MOT passed on 25/03/2026
- 46,945 miles recorded at latest MOT
- 1 historical MOT failure
- 1 defect noted at the latest MOT
- Recurring exhaust & emissions items (2 mentions)
Derived directly from the recorded DVSA and DVLA data shown on this page.
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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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.
MV61 ECJ Mileage History
- 14/03/202332,020 mi
- 04/04/202437,749 mi+5,729 mi
- 05/04/202541,429 mi+3,680 mi
- 24/03/202646,945 mi+5,516 mi
- 25/03/202646,945 mi
Average of roughly 4,925 miles per year across 5 recorded odometer readings.
MV61 ECJ 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 (MV61 ECJ) between March 2023 and March 2026.
The record contains 4 passes and 1 failure.
The most recent test on 25 March 2026 was a pass, although the earlier record includes 1 failure that buyers may want to investigate.
Across all tests, the most frequently flagged areas are: Exhaust & Emissions (2 issues), Tyres (2 issues), Windscreen (1 issue). Repeated mentions in one area can indicate an ongoing pattern worth checking in person.
In total 3 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: “Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))”; “Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (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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