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VE12 XRR

2012 Volvo V50

Silver Diesel 1560cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires28 Jun 2027
Tests15 (12 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

146,415 mi
Last recorded146,415 miles
Recorded on15 Jun 2026
Typical for 2012 Volvo V5085,860 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationVE12 XRR
MakeVolvo
ModelV50
Year2012
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,560cc

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MOT History

12 pass 3 fail
Pass 15 Jun 2026 146,415 miles

Nearside Rear Rear reflector defective or damaged by up to 50% of the reflecting surface (4.8.1 (a) (i))

Pass 19 Jun 2025 139,777 miles
Pass 17 Jun 2024 133,148 miles
Pass 15 Jun 2023 125,949 miles
Fail 15 Jun 2023 125,948 miles

Offside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage fractured (5.3.3 (b) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 9 Jun 2022 117,250 miles
Fail 9 Jun 2022 117,245 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))

Pass 9 Jun 2021 108,758 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged Outer sidewall (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 15 Jun 2020 103,968 miles
Pass 20 Jun 2019 91,554 miles
Pass 11 Jun 2018 75,131 miles

Offside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Fail 11 Jun 2018 75,131 miles

Offside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Offside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))

Pass 5 Jun 2017 66,345 miles
Pass 13 Jun 2016 55,616 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit cutting on inner edge (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit cutting on inner edge (4.1.E.1)

Pass 17 Jun 2015 41,282 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

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

Offside Inner Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

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

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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VE12 XRR is a 2012 Volvo V50 in Silver with a 1,560cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 VE12 XRR, 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 VE12 XRR registered?

VE12 XRR is a 2012 Volvo V50, first registered on 28 June 2012.

Is VE12 XRR safe to buy?

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