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FT61 ETR

2012 Volvo V50

Grey Diesel 1560cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires7 Sep 2026
Tests10 (9 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate90%

Mileage

189,994 mi
Last recorded189,994 miles
Recorded on2 Sep 2025
Typical for 2012 Volvo V5085,860 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFT61 ETR
MakeVolvo
ModelV50
Year2012
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,560cc

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MOT History

9 pass 1 fail
Pass 2 Sep 2025 189,994 miles
Pass 5 Sep 2024 182,857 miles
Pass 7 Sep 2023 177,715 miles
Pass 8 Sep 2022 171,036 miles
Pass 8 Jan 2020 112,177 miles
Pass 20 Feb 2018 104,630 miles
Pass 7 Mar 2017 96,830 miles
Pass 1 Feb 2016 88,493 miles

Items removed from drivers view prior to test

Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Undertrays fitted obscuring some underside components

Fail 29 Jan 2016 88,477 miles

Offside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed ----205/55/16---- (4.1.D.1b)

Items removed from drivers view prior to test

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

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

Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Undertrays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 3 Feb 2015 66,231 miles

O/S/F side marker lamp inoperative.

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

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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FT61 ETR is a 2012 Volvo V50 in Grey with a 1,560cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90%.

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 FT61 ETR, 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

How do I check the history of FT61 ETR?

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What year was FT61 ETR registered?

FT61 ETR is a 2012 Volvo V50, first registered on 30 January 2012.

Is FT61 ETR safe to buy?

The MOT history for FT61 ETR shows 10 tests with a 90% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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