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FW12 SKV

2012 Volvo V50

Black Petrol 1999cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires28 May 2027
Tests13 (13 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

116,224 mi
Last recorded116,224 miles
Recorded on21 May 2026
Typical for 2012 Volvo V5085,860 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFW12 SKV
MakeVolvo
ModelV50
Year2012
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,999cc

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MOT History

13 pass
Pass 21 May 2026 116,224 miles

Handbrake efficiency only just met

Pass 29 May 2025 113,734 miles
Pass 10 Sep 2024 105,686 miles
Pass 11 Sep 2023 95,227 miles
Pass 26 Sep 2022 83,998 miles
Pass 27 Sep 2021 72,612 miles
Pass 16 Sep 2020 62,435 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

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

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

Pass 23 Sep 2019 54,424 miles
Pass 26 Sep 2018 44,266 miles
Pass 27 Sep 2017 34,199 miles
Pass 29 Sep 2016 25,167 miles
Pass 7 Mar 2016 24,709 miles
Pass 2 Mar 2015 17,935 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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FW12 SKV is a 2012 Volvo V50 in Black with a 1,999cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 FW12 SKV, 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 FW12 SKV?

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What year was FW12 SKV registered?

FW12 SKV is a 2012 Volvo V50, first registered on 22 March 2012.

Is FW12 SKV safe to buy?

The MOT history for FW12 SKV shows 13 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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