2012 Volvo V50 1.6L Diesel · NJ12 SOU
2012 Volvo V50 (1.6L, diesel). First registered 04 Mar 2012. Recorded mileage 164,603 miles. MOT valid until 09 Apr 2027.
- Make & Model
- VOLVO V50
- Year / Origin
- 2012 · Newcastle
- Safety Recall
- Unknown
- MOT Status
- Valid until 09 Apr 2027
- Road Tax
- —
- Recorded Mileage
- 164,603 mi
- ULEZ Compliance
- Non-Compliant (Pre-Euro 6 Diesel)
- Fuel & Engine
- Diesel · 1.6L
- Reliability Guide
- Common Faults
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NJ12 SOU Key Findings
- 18 MOT tests recorded
- Latest MOT passed on 07/04/2026
- 164,603 miles recorded at latest MOT
- 7 historical MOT failures
- 2 defects noted at the latest MOT
- Recurring brakes items (17 mentions)
Derived directly from the recorded DVSA and DVLA data shown on this page.
NJ12 SOU MOT History
Interpretation generated from the recorded test data above — not an official DVSA statement and not a substitute for an independent inspection.
18 MOT tests are recorded for this 2012 Volvo V50 (NJ12 SOU) between March 2015 and April 2026.
The record contains 11 passes and 7 failures.
The most recent test on 07 April 2026 was a pass, although the earlier record includes 7 failures that buyers may want to investigate.
Across all tests, the most frequently flagged areas are: Brakes (17 issues), Tyres (15 issues), Suspension (9 issues), Lighting (4 issues), Windscreen (1 issue). Repeated mentions in one area can indicate an ongoing pattern worth checking in person.
In total 33 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 Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint likely to become detached (5.3.4 (a) (ii))”; “Offside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))”; “Nearside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))”.
NJ12 SOU Mileage History
- 05/03/201572,426 mi
- 13/02/201695,796 mi+23,370 mi
- 13/02/201695,796 mi
- 12/02/2018109,988 mi+14,192 mi
- 13/02/2018109,991 mi+3 mi
- 10/04/2019111,810 mi+1,819 mi
- 06/04/2020119,441 mi+7,631 mi
- 31/03/2021127,619 mi+8,178 mi
- 31/03/2021127,619 mi
- 30/03/2022136,505 mi+8,886 mi
- 04/04/2023143,717 mi+7,212 mi
- 04/04/2023143,717 mi
- 02/04/2024151,074 mi+7,357 mi
- 03/04/2024151,077 mi+3 mi
- 03/04/2025158,472 mi+7,395 mi
- 11/04/2025158,472 mi
- 07/04/2026164,603 mi+6,131 mi
- 07/04/2026164,603 mi
Average of roughly 8,310 miles per year across 18 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: Average
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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