2012 Volvo V50 1.6L Diesel · YP61 THG
2012 Volvo V50 (1.6L, diesel). First registered 03/01/2012. Recorded mileage 244,844 miles. MOT valid until 29/11/2026.
- Make & Model
- VOLVO V50
- Year / Origin
- 2012 · Sheffield
- Safety Recall
- Unknown
- MOT Status
- Valid until 29/11/2026
- Road Tax
- —
- Recorded Mileage
- 244,844 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
YP61 THG Key Findings
- 14 MOT tests recorded
- Latest MOT passed on 12/11/2025
- 244,844 miles recorded at latest MOT
- 2 historical MOT failures
- 4 defects noted at the latest MOT
- Recurring brakes items (9 mentions)
Derived directly from the recorded DVSA and DVLA data shown on this page.
MOT Roadworthiness: Good
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.
YP61 THG Mileage History
- 10/12/201450,453 mi
- 29/12/201571,831 mi+21,378 mi
- 20/12/201693,324 mi+21,493 mi
- 29/11/2017113,993 mi+20,669 mi
- 27/11/2018130,058 mi+16,065 mi
- 08/11/2019157,194 mi+27,136 mi
- 08/11/2019157,194 mi
- 12/11/2020178,599 mi+21,405 mi
- 25/11/2021199,750 mi+21,151 mi
- 07/11/2022219,052 mi+19,302 mi
- 08/11/2022219,052 mi
- 30/11/2023231,010 mi+11,958 mi
- 11/11/2024238,089 mi+7,079 mi
- 12/11/2025244,844 mi+6,755 mi
Average of roughly 17,796 miles per year across 14 recorded odometer readings.
YP61 THG MOT History
Interpretation generated from the recorded test data above — not an official DVSA statement and not a substitute for an independent inspection.
14 MOT tests are recorded for this 2012 Volvo V50 (YP61 THG) between December 2014 and November 2025.
The record contains 12 passes and 2 failures.
The most recent test on 12 November 2025 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: Brakes (9 issues), Suspension (5 issues), Tyres (3 issues), Windscreen (1 issue). Repeated mentions in one area can indicate an ongoing pattern worth checking in person.
In total 16 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: “Parking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))”; “Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))”; “Parking brake lever has excessive movement indicating incorrect adjustment (1.1.6 (c))”.
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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