2012 Volvo V50 1.6L Diesel · SW12 FLY
2012 Volvo V50 (1.6L, diesel). First registered 29/06/2012. Recorded mileage 160,446 miles. MOT status: Expired.
- Make & Model
- VOLVO V50
- Year / Origin
- 2012 · Aberdeen
- MOT Status
- Valid until 29/06/2025
- Road Tax
- —
- Recorded Mileage
- 160,446 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
AI-generated interpretation of this vehicle’s MOT record — not an official statement and not a substitute for an independent inspection.
SW12 FLY Key Findings
- 5 MOT tests recorded
- Latest MOT failed on 26/01/2026
- 160,446 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
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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SW12 FLY Mileage History
- 16/06/2022110,398 mi
- 22/06/2023123,883 mi+13,485 mi
- 22/06/2023123,883 mi
- 21/06/2024138,474 mi+14,591 mi
- 26/01/2026160,446 mi+21,972 mi
Average of roughly 13,847 miles per year across 5 recorded odometer readings.
SW12 FLY 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 (SW12 FLY) between June 2022 and January 2026.
The record contains 3 passes and 2 failures.
The most recent test on 26 January 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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