2012 Volvo V50 1.6L Diesel · NJ12 MZP
2012 Volvo V50 (1.6L, diesel). First registered 05/03/2012. Recorded mileage 110,430 miles. MOT valid until 18/03/2027.
- Make & Model
- VOLVO V50
- Year / Origin
- 2012 · Newcastle
- MOT Status
- Valid until 18/03/2027
- Road Tax
- —
- Recorded Mileage
- 110,430 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
NJ12 MZP Key Findings
- 5 MOT tests recorded
- Latest MOT passed on 19/03/2026
- 110,430 miles recorded at latest MOT
- 1 historical MOT failure
- No defects recorded at the latest MOT
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.
NJ12 MZP Mileage History
- 28/02/202398,165 mi
- 28/02/2024104,430 mi+6,265 mi
- 28/02/2024104,430 mi
- 26/02/2025107,494 mi+3,064 mi
- 19/03/2026110,430 mi+2,936 mi
Average of roughly 4,019 miles per year across 5 recorded odometer readings.
NJ12 MZP 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 (NJ12 MZP) between February 2023 and March 2026.
The record contains 4 passes and 1 failure.
The most recent test on 19 March 2026 was a pass, although the earlier record includes 1 failure 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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