2012 Volvo V50 1.6L Diesel · R22 VLT
2012 Volvo V50 (1.6L, diesel). First registered 28/09/2012. Recorded mileage 144,427 miles. MOT status: Expired.
- Make & Model
- VOLVO V50
- Year / Origin
- 2012 · Reading
- Safety Recall
- Unknown
- MOT Status
- Valid until 26/09/2026
- Road Tax
- —
- Recorded Mileage
- 144,427 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
R22 VLT Key Findings
- 16 MOT tests recorded
- Latest MOT passed on 10/09/2025
- 144,427 miles recorded at latest MOT
- 5 historical MOT failures
- 2 defects noted at the latest MOT
- Recurring brakes items (11 mentions)
Derived directly from the recorded DVSA and DVLA data shown on this page.
MOT Roadworthiness: Below 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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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.
R22 VLT Mileage History
- 01/09/201538,246 mi
- 17/09/201651,018 mi+12,772 mi
- 16/09/201763,468 mi+12,450 mi
- 16/09/201763,468 mi
- 22/09/201875,390 mi+11,922 mi
- 22/09/201875,390 mi
- 31/08/201987,252 mi+11,862 mi
- 19/09/202097,509 mi+10,257 mi
- 28/08/2021107,228 mi+9,719 mi
- 31/08/2021107,243 mi+15 mi
- 24/09/2022118,757 mi+11,514 mi
- 24/09/2022118,757 mi
- 23/09/2023129,207 mi+10,450 mi
- 10/09/2024140,401 mi+11,194 mi
- 10/09/2024140,401 mi
- 10/09/2025144,427 mi+4,026 mi
Average of roughly 10,591 miles per year across 16 recorded odometer readings.
R22 VLT MOT History
Interpretation generated from the recorded test data above — not an official DVSA statement and not a substitute for an independent inspection.
16 MOT tests are recorded for this 2012 Volvo V50 (R22 VLT) between September 2015 and September 2025.
The record contains 11 passes and 5 failures.
The most recent test on 10 September 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: Brakes (11 issues), Tyres (9 issues), Lighting (8 issues), Suspension (6 issues), Windscreen (1 issue). Repeated mentions in one area can indicate an ongoing pattern worth checking in person.
In total 30 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 Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (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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