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FG12 KWR

2012 Volvo V50

Grey Diesel 1560cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires3 Oct 2026
Tests13 (10 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate76.9%

Mileage

180,764 mi
Last recorded180,764 miles
Recorded on4 Oct 2025
Typical for 2012 Volvo V5085,860 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFG12 KWR
MakeVolvo
ModelV50
Year2012
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,560cc

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MOT History

10 pass 3 fail
Pass 4 Oct 2025 180,764 miles
Fail 22 Aug 2025 180,742 miles
Pass 4 Jul 2024 175,621 miles
Pass 6 Jun 2023 166,850 miles
Fail 16 May 2023 166,790 miles
Pass 2 Mar 2022 156,903 miles
Pass 21 Aug 2019 128,397 miles
Pass 10 Aug 2018 104,206 miles
Pass 26 Aug 2017 90,977 miles
Pass 1 Sep 2016 75,575 miles

Towball/hitch not fitted at time of test ()

Fail 1 Sep 2016 75,575 miles

Headlamp aim too high both side (1.8)

Towball/hitch not fitted at time of test ()

Windscreen has a sticker or other obstruction encroaching into the swept area by more than 40mm outside zone 'A' (8.3.1e)

Pass 9 Mar 2016 67,653 miles
Pass 9 Apr 2015 50,170 miles

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

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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FG12 KWR is a 2012 Volvo V50 in Grey with a 1,560cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.9%.

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 FG12 KWR, 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 FG12 KWR registered?

FG12 KWR is a 2012 Volvo V50, first registered on 30 March 2012.

Is FG12 KWR safe to buy?

The MOT history for FG12 KWR shows 13 tests with a 76.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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