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VN12 FJK

2012 Volvo V50

Black Diesel 1560cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires9 Mar 2023
Tests8 (7 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

134,256 mi
Last recorded134,256 miles
Recorded on10 Mar 2022
Typical for 2012 Volvo V5085,860 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationVN12 FJK
MakeVolvo
ModelV50
Year2012
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,560cc

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MOT History

7 pass 1 fail
Pass 10 Mar 2022 134,256 miles

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

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

Fail 10 Mar 2022 134,256 miles

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

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

Supplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))

Pass 28 Aug 2020 114,537 miles

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

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

Pass 23 Aug 2019 105,491 miles

Front slight play on drop link

Pass 28 Aug 2018 98,037 miles
Pass 29 Aug 2017 84,170 miles
Pass 5 Jul 2016 67,228 miles
Pass 8 Jul 2015 52,363 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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VN12 FJK is a 2012 Volvo V50 in Black with a 1,560cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

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 VN12 FJK, 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 VN12 FJK registered?

VN12 FJK is a 2012 Volvo V50, first registered on 3 May 2012.

Is VN12 FJK safe to buy?

The MOT history for VN12 FJK shows 8 tests with a 87.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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