2012 Volvo V50 1.6L Diesel · SL12 KFU
2012 Volvo V50 (1.6L, diesel). First registered 22/03/2012. Recorded mileage 103,643 miles. MOT valid until 08/12/2026.
- Make & Model
- VOLVO V50
- Year / Origin
- 2012 · Edinburgh
- MOT Status
- Valid until 08/12/2026
- Road Tax
- —
- Recorded Mileage
- 103,643 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
SL12 KFU Key Findings
- 5 MOT tests recorded
- Latest MOT passed on 09/12/2025
- 103,643 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.
SL12 KFU Mileage History
- 10/01/202372,055 mi
- 06/01/202484,567 mi+12,512 mi
- 16/12/202493,912 mi+9,345 mi
- 16/12/202493,912 mi
- 09/12/2025103,643 mi+9,731 mi
Average of roughly 10,843 miles per year across 5 recorded odometer readings.
SL12 KFU 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 (SL12 KFU) between January 2023 and December 2025.
The record contains 4 passes and 1 failure.
The most recent test on 09 December 2025 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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