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WG61 FCJ

2012 Volvo V50

Black Diesel 1560cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires20 Apr 2026
Tests11 (11 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

149,200 mi
Last recorded149,200 miles
Recorded on17 Apr 2025
Typical for 2012 Volvo V5085,860 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationWG61 FCJ
MakeVolvo
ModelV50
Year2012
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,560cc

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MOT History

11 pass
Pass 17 Apr 2025 149,200 miles

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

Rear Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Subframe (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Pass 10 Apr 2024 144,018 miles

Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Both offside inners (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 21 Apr 2023 139,798 miles

Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Both offside inners (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 14 Apr 2022 134,951 miles

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Nearside Front Upper Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Non obligatory mirror damaged ()

Pass 5 Mar 2021 128,666 miles

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

Pass 5 Mar 2020 123,092 miles
Pass 5 Mar 2019 113,533 miles
Pass 4 Jan 2018 104,906 miles
Pass 16 Jan 2017 90,352 miles
Pass 5 Feb 2016 74,483 miles
Pass 19 Jan 2015 57,316 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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WG61 FCJ is a 2012 Volvo V50 in Black with a 1,560cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 11 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 WG61 FCJ, 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 WG61 FCJ registered?

WG61 FCJ is a 2012 Volvo V50, first registered on 23 January 2012.

Is WG61 FCJ safe to buy?

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