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DN12 FXO

2012 Volvo V50

Silver Diesel 1560cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires21 Dec 2026
Tests14 (12 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

135,431 mi
Last recorded135,431 miles
Recorded on27 Nov 2025
Typical for 2012 Volvo V5085,860 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDN12 FXO
MakeVolvo
ModelV50
Year2012
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,560cc

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MOT History

12 pass 2 fail
Pass 27 Nov 2025 135,431 miles
Fail 27 Nov 2025 135,431 miles

Offside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage damaged and seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 3 Dec 2024 130,334 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

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

Pass 30 Nov 2023 125,910 miles
Pass 14 Dec 2022 121,588 miles
Pass 22 Dec 2021 116,806 miles
Pass 19 Jan 2021 106,193 miles

Nearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Offside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Oil leak, but not excessive on engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Fail 19 Jan 2021 106,193 miles

Nearside Inner 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 slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Offside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Oil leak, but not excessive on engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 24 Jan 2020 100,982 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge on 2 mm and worn on inner edge 205/5017 (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge on 3 mm (5.2.3 (e))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 7 Feb 2019 88,069 miles
Pass 8 Feb 2018 73,572 miles
Pass 17 Mar 2017 72,748 miles

both front tyres low on inner shoulders.

Pass 5 Apr 2016 61,452 miles
Pass 9 Apr 2015 48,326 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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DN12 FXO is a 2012 Volvo V50 in Silver with a 1,560cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

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 DN12 FXO, 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 DN12 FXO registered?

DN12 FXO is a 2012 Volvo V50, first registered on 30 April 2012.

Is DN12 FXO safe to buy?

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