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SA12 XEJ

2012 Volvo V50

Silver Diesel 1596cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires25 Jun 2027
Tests12 (12 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

86,543 mi
Last recorded86,543 miles
Recorded on16 Jun 2026
Typical for 2012 Volvo V5085,860 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSA12 XEJ
MakeVolvo
ModelV50
Year2012
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,596cc

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MOT History

12 pass
Pass 16 Jun 2026 86,543 miles

Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Nearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Nearside Rear brake bind

Pass 9 Jun 2025 82,937 miles

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

Pass 17 Jun 2024 78,939 miles

Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 12 Jun 2023 74,728 miles

Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive flitch panel/inner arches around strut mounting, o/s and n/s (5.3.6 (a) (i))

In general, corrosion on exhaust

Offside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

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

Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule o/s and n/s (1.1.12 (f) (i))

Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened and related suspension components in general (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive floor to sill edge, o/s and n/s (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive inner arches around shocker mounting, o/s and n/s (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Travel on handbrake

Pass 1 Jun 2022 69,621 miles
Pass 24 Jun 2021 66,627 miles
Pass 26 Jun 2020 63,257 miles
Pass 24 Apr 2019 57,247 miles
Pass 2 May 2018 48,543 miles
Pass 8 May 2017 40,969 miles
Pass 10 May 2016 33,314 miles
Pass 24 Feb 2015 24,317 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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SA12 XEJ is a 2012 Volvo V50 in Silver with a 1,596cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 12 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 SA12 XEJ, 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.

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What year was SA12 XEJ registered?

SA12 XEJ is a 2012 Volvo V50, first registered on 23 March 2012.

Is SA12 XEJ safe to buy?

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