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LR12 EEM

2012 Volvo V50

Black Diesel 1560cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires13 Jan 2027
Tests13 (11 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate84.6%

Mileage

104,664 mi
Last recorded104,664 miles
Recorded on9 Jan 2026
Typical for 2012 Volvo V5085,860 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLR12 EEM
MakeVolvo
ModelV50
Year2012
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,560cc

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MOT History

11 pass 2 fail
Pass 9 Jan 2026 104,664 miles
Pass 16 Dec 2024 99,585 miles

Nearside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))

Parking brake lever has limited reserve travel

Pass 5 Jan 2024 95,972 miles
Pass 7 Jan 2023 92,006 miles

Hazards switch lose

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

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

Offside Rear Rotational noise from wheel

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

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

Rear indicators discoloured

Pass 14 Jan 2022 88,049 miles
Pass 5 Jan 2021 85,616 miles

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

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

Pass 2 Jan 2020 82,786 miles
Pass 8 Jan 2019 77,935 miles

Covers fitted to engine and under car obscuring view of some testable items

Front wipers smearing on screen but not adversely effecting drivers view of the road

Pass 19 Dec 2017 73,491 miles
Fail 19 Dec 2017 73,491 miles

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Pass 28 Dec 2016 63,581 miles

Covers fitted to engine and under car obscuring view of some items

Front wipers smear not effecting drivers view of road.

Rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Fail 28 Dec 2016 63,581 miles

Covers fitted to engine and under car obscuring view of some items

Front wipers smear not effecting drivers view of road.

Offside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Pass 8 Jan 2016 47,766 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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LR12 EEM is a 2012 Volvo V50 in Black with a 1,560cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84.6%.

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 LR12 EEM, 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 LR12 EEM registered?

LR12 EEM is a 2012 Volvo V50, first registered on 8 March 2012.

Is LR12 EEM safe to buy?

The MOT history for LR12 EEM shows 13 tests with a 84.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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