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VE61 OSX

2012 Volvo V50

Blue Diesel 1998cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires9 May 2027
Tests15 (13 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate86.7%

Mileage

121,790 mi
Last recorded121,790 miles
Recorded on7 May 2026
Typical for 2012 Volvo V5085,860 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationVE61 OSX
MakeVolvo
ModelV50
Year2012
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,998cc

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MOT History

13 pass 2 fail
Pass 7 May 2026 121,790 miles
Fail 7 May 2026 121,783 miles

Nearside Front Direction indicator not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 9 May 2025 120,374 miles
Pass 1 May 2024 118,362 miles

Front Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 3 May 2023 116,902 miles
Pass 6 May 2022 114,519 miles
Pass 16 Apr 2021 111,534 miles

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 28 Apr 2020 109,474 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

Pass 26 Apr 2019 106,565 miles

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

front tyres wearing inner

Pass 1 May 2018 103,455 miles

small chip in windscreen

Pass 27 Apr 2017 100,187 miles
Fail 27 Apr 2017 100,187 miles

Nearside Front Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Pass 10 May 2016 95,572 miles
Pass 17 Dec 2015 91,896 miles

Chips in windscreen

Nail in nearside rear tyre (repairable)

Pass 13 Jan 2015 74,809 miles

chip in windscreen

front tyres close to legal limit

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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VE61 OSX is a 2012 Volvo V50 in Blue with a 1,998cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 86.7%.

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 VE61 OSX, 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 VE61 OSX registered?

VE61 OSX is a 2012 Volvo V50, first registered on 20 January 2012.

Is VE61 OSX safe to buy?

The MOT history for VE61 OSX shows 15 tests with a 86.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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