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CP61 FVJ

2012 Volvo V50

Blue Diesel 1560cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires26 Jan 2026
Tests13 (11 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate84.6%

Mileage

186,228 mi
Last recorded186,228 miles
Recorded on27 Jan 2025
Typical for 2012 Volvo V5085,860 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationCP61 FVJ
MakeVolvo
ModelV50
Year2012
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,560cc

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MOT History

11 pass 2 fail
Pass 27 Jan 2025 186,228 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 5 Jan 2024 175,635 miles

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Pass 1 Dec 2022 166,453 miles

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge worn smooth around inside (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 24 Nov 2021 151,870 miles
Fail 23 Nov 2021 151,870 miles

Front Registration plate insecure (0.1 (a))

Nearside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 26 Nov 2020 142,468 miles

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Nearside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Bald. (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Bald (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 26 Nov 2019 134,509 miles
Pass 3 Dec 2018 121,309 miles
Pass 4 Dec 2017 108,493 miles
Fail 4 Dec 2017 108,492 miles

Offside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)

Offside Inner Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)

Pass 1 Dec 2016 94,171 miles

Offside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Pass 7 Dec 2015 76,378 miles
Pass 19 Dec 2014 59,615 miles

How Reliable is the Volvo V50?

Based on 920,660 MOT tests across 54,346 vehicles.

72.8%
Pass Rate
7,637
Miles/Year
22
Year Lifespan
54,346
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 22,058
Registration plate lamp not working 11,891
Tyre has ply or cords exposed 10,891
coil spring broken 9,145
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 7,907
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CP61 FVJ is a 2012 Volvo V50 in Blue with a 1,560cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84.6%.

Across all 2012 Volvo V50 models, the average MOT pass rate is 74.6% with a typical mileage of 85,860 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Volvo V50 fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 22,058 recorded failures. If you're considering buying CP61 FVJ, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Volvo V50 typically stays on UK roads for around 22 years. At 14 years old, this Volvo V50 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was CP61 FVJ registered?

CP61 FVJ is a 2012 Volvo V50, first registered on 11 January 2012.

Is CP61 FVJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for CP61 FVJ shows 13 tests with a 84.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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