2012 Volvo V50 1.6L Diesel · SD12 WWG
2012 Volvo V50 (1.6L, diesel). First registered 15/05/2012. Recorded mileage 204,122 miles. MOT status: Expired.
- Make & Model
- VOLVO V50
- Year / Origin
- 2012 · Glasgow
- Safety Recall
- Unknown
- MOT Status
- Valid until 03/01/2026
- Road Tax
- —
- Recorded Mileage
- 204,122 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
SD12 WWG Key Findings
- 5 MOT tests recorded
- Latest MOT passed on 04/01/2025
- 204,122 miles recorded at latest MOT
- 2 historical MOT failures
- No defects recorded at the latest MOT
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.
SD12 WWG Mileage History
- 03/05/2022160,021 mi
- 28/11/2023189,445 mi+29,424 mi
- 29/11/2023189,451 mi+6 mi
- 01/12/2023189,453 mi+2 mi
- 04/01/2025204,122 mi+14,669 mi
Average of roughly 16,489 miles per year across 5 recorded odometer readings.
SD12 WWG 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 (SD12 WWG) between May 2022 and January 2025.
The record contains 3 passes and 2 failures.
The most recent test on 04 January 2025 was a pass, although the earlier record includes 2 failures 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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