2012 Volvo V50 1.6L Diesel · WG12 DXD
2012 Volvo V50 (1.6L, diesel). First registered 31/05/2012. Recorded mileage 119,615 miles. MOT valid until 08/10/2027.
- Make & Model
- VOLVO V50
- Year / Origin
- 2012 · Exeter
- MOT Status
- Valid until 08/10/2027
- Road Tax
- —
- Recorded Mileage
- 119,615 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
WG12 DXD Key Findings
- 18 MOT tests recorded
- Latest MOT passed on 19/09/2026
- 119,615 miles recorded at latest MOT
- 7 historical MOT failures
- 3 defects noted at the latest MOT
- Recurring tyres items (12 mentions)
Derived directly from the recorded DVSA and DVLA data shown on this page.
MOT Roadworthiness: Average
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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.
WG12 DXD Mileage History
- 16/04/201532,866 mi
- 16/04/201532,866 mi
- 17/03/201642,749 mi+9,883 mi
- 04/10/201757,307 mi+14,558 mi
- 04/10/201757,309 mi+2 mi
- 25/09/201867,633 mi+10,324 mi
- 25/09/201867,637 mi+4 mi
- 27/09/201980,115 mi+12,478 mi
- 28/09/202192,062 mi+11,947 mi
- 07/10/202192,071 mi+9 mi
- 04/10/202299,323 mi+7,252 mi
- 04/10/202299,325 mi+2 mi
- 10/10/2023101,956 mi+2,631 mi
- 10/10/2023101,960 mi+4 mi
- 14/09/2024106,043 mi+4,083 mi
- 27/09/2025113,715 mi+7,672 mi
- 19/09/2026119,614 mi+5,899 mi
- 19/09/2026119,615 mi+1 mi
Average of roughly 7,592 miles per year across 18 recorded odometer readings.
WG12 DXD MOT History
Interpretation generated from the recorded test data above — not an official DVSA statement and not a substitute for an independent inspection.
18 MOT tests are recorded for this 2012 Volvo V50 (WG12 DXD) between April 2015 and September 2026.
The record contains 11 passes and 7 failures.
The most recent test on 19 September 2026 was a pass, although the earlier record includes 7 failures that buyers may want to investigate.
Across all tests, the most frequently flagged areas are: Tyres (12 issues), Lighting (7 issues), Brakes (4 issues), Suspension (4 issues), Windscreen (2 issues). Repeated mentions in one area can indicate an ongoing pattern worth checking in person.
In total 23 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 Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii))”; “Nearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))”; “Hazard warning switch inoperative (4.4.2 (a) (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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