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VN12 WFK

2012 Volvo V50

Black Diesel 1997cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires30 Jan 2027
Tests15 (12 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

160,594 mi
Last recorded160,594 miles
Recorded on29 Jan 2026
Typical for 2012 Volvo V5085,860 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationVN12 WFK
MakeVolvo
ModelV50
Year2012
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,997cc

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MOT History

12 pass 3 fail
Pass 29 Jan 2026 160,594 miles
Fail 22 Jan 2026 160,472 miles

Offside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (205/50R17 93W XL Budget) (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (205/50R17 93W XL Budget) (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Worn dangerously bald on inner edge (205/50R17 93W XL Budget) (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 31 Jan 2025 148,622 miles
Pass 2 Mar 2024 133,475 miles
Fail 2 Mar 2024 133,475 miles

Nearside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))

Offside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))

Pass 25 Feb 2023 120,171 miles
Fail 21 Feb 2023 120,080 miles

Nearside Front Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))

Offside Front Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))

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

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

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 1 Mar 2022 106,539 miles
Pass 2 Mar 2021 90,558 miles
Pass 4 Nov 2020 89,239 miles
Pass 14 May 2019 73,574 miles
Pass 21 May 2018 55,449 miles
Pass 18 May 2017 41,201 miles
Pass 10 May 2016 34,934 miles
Pass 29 May 2015 26,240 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

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 WFK is a 2012 Volvo V50 in Black with a 1,997cc 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 VN12 WFK, 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 WFK registered?

VN12 WFK is a 2012 Volvo V50, first registered on 30 May 2012.

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