2012 Volvo V50 1.6L Diesel · OV12 SYH
2012 Volvo V50 (1.6L, diesel). First registered 31/05/2012. Recorded mileage 147,081 miles. MOT status: Expired.
- Make & Model
- VOLVO V50
- Year / Origin
- 2012 · Oxford
- Safety Recall
- Unknown
- MOT Status
- Valid until 05/12/2025
- Road Tax
- —
- Recorded Mileage
- 147,081 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
OV12 SYH Key Findings
- 5 MOT tests recorded
- Latest MOT failed on 10/04/2026
- 147,081 miles recorded at latest MOT
- 2 historical MOT failures
Derived directly from the recorded DVSA and DVLA data shown on this page.
MOT Roadworthiness: Below Average
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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.
OV12 SYH Mileage History
- 01/09/2022109,600 mi
- 28/11/2023122,644 mi+13,044 mi
- 05/12/2023122,701 mi+57 mi
- 06/12/2024136,157 mi+13,456 mi
- 10/04/2026147,081 mi+10,924 mi
Average of roughly 10,393 miles per year across 5 recorded odometer readings.
OV12 SYH 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 (OV12 SYH) between September 2022 and April 2026.
The record contains 3 passes and 2 failures.
The most recent test on 10 April 2026 was a fail; the vehicle has not passed its last recorded MOT.
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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