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DA61 UHO

2012 Volvo V50

Black Diesel 1560cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires22 Feb 2027
Tests14 (13 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.9%

Mileage

86,065 mi
Last recorded86,065 miles
Recorded on23 Feb 2026
Typical for 2012 Volvo V5085,860 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDA61 UHO
MakeVolvo
ModelV50
Year2012
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,560cc

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MOT History

13 pass 1 fail
Pass 23 Feb 2026 86,065 miles

Nearside Front 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))

Fail 21 Feb 2026 86,052 miles

Central Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))

Nearside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))

Offside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))

Nearside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Front 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 20 Feb 2025 78,410 miles
Pass 21 Feb 2024 75,485 miles

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

Pass 22 Feb 2023 70,492 miles
Pass 21 Feb 2022 65,889 miles
Pass 22 Feb 2021 60,898 miles
Pass 14 Jan 2021 60,754 miles
Pass 23 Jan 2020 57,263 miles

Nearside Front Inner cv boot worn

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

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

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

Pass 25 Jan 2019 50,776 miles
Pass 15 Jan 2018 44,880 miles
Pass 25 Jan 2017 38,945 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 12 Jan 2016 31,698 miles

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 14 Jan 2015 25,792 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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DA61 UHO is a 2012 Volvo V50 in Black with a 1,560cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.9%.

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 DA61 UHO, 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 DA61 UHO registered?

DA61 UHO is a 2012 Volvo V50, first registered on 23 January 2012.

Is DA61 UHO safe to buy?

The MOT history for DA61 UHO shows 14 tests with a 92.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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