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CV12 UDP

2012 Volvo V50

Grey Diesel 1997cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires29 Nov 2026
Tests13 (12 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.3%

Mileage

84,654 mi
Last recorded84,654 miles
Recorded on5 Nov 2025
Typical for 2012 Volvo V5085,860 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationCV12 UDP
MakeVolvo
ModelV50
Year2012
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,997cc

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MOT History

12 pass 1 fail
Pass 5 Nov 2025 84,654 miles
Pass 1 Nov 2024 81,644 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 16 Nov 2023 79,806 miles
Pass 7 Nov 2022 76,804 miles

Nearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Nearside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement dog bone (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement dog bone (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 8 Nov 2021 74,077 miles
Pass 30 Nov 2020 71,768 miles
Pass 6 Feb 2020 64,697 miles
Pass 1 Feb 2019 54,840 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (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 14 Feb 2018 44,702 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Nearside Rear tyre worn on inside edge

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

engine cover & under trays fitted

Fail 14 Feb 2018 44,702 miles

Offside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b) DANGEROUS

engine cover & under trays fitted

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Nearside Rear tyre worn on inside edge

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 6 Feb 2017 33,498 miles
Pass 11 Feb 2016 24,550 miles
Pass 16 Feb 2015 15,339 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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CV12 UDP is a 2012 Volvo V50 in Grey with a 1,997cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.3%.

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 CV12 UDP, 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 CV12 UDP registered?

CV12 UDP is a 2012 Volvo V50, first registered on 22 March 2012.

Is CV12 UDP safe to buy?

The MOT history for CV12 UDP shows 13 tests with a 92.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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