2012 Volvo V50 1.6L Diesel · SW61 DWY
2012 Volvo V50 (1.6L, diesel). First registered 01/01/2012. Recorded mileage 169,405 miles. MOT valid until 08/09/2027.
- Make & Model
- VOLVO V50
- Year / Origin
- 2012 · Aberdeen
- MOT Status
- Valid until 08/09/2027
- Road Tax
- —
- Recorded Mileage
- 169,405 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.
SW61 DWY Key Findings
- 5 MOT tests recorded
- Latest MOT passed on 27/08/2026
- 169,405 miles recorded at latest MOT
- 2 historical MOT failures
- 3 defects noted at the latest MOT
- Recurring lighting items (7 mentions)
Derived directly from the recorded DVSA and DVLA data shown on this page.
MOT Roadworthiness: 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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SW61 DWY Mileage History
- 10/07/2024159,832 mi
- 17/07/2024159,835 mi+3 mi
- 09/09/2025165,468 mi+5,633 mi
- 27/08/2026169,405 mi+3,937 mi
- 27/08/2026169,405 mi
Average of roughly 4,495 miles per year across 5 recorded odometer readings.
SW61 DWY 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 (SW61 DWY) between July 2024 and August 2026.
The record contains 3 passes and 2 failures.
The most recent test on 27 August 2026 was a pass, although the earlier record includes 2 failures that buyers may want to investigate.
Across all tests, the most frequently flagged areas are: Lighting (7 issues), Steering (4 issues), Brakes (3 issues), Suspension (1 issue), Tyres (1 issue). Repeated mentions in one area can indicate an ongoing pattern worth checking in person.
In total 12 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: “Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps both (4.7.1 (b) (ii))”; “Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))”; “Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm within 3/4 tread breadth (5.2.3 (e))”.
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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