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WG61 SGU

2012 Volvo V50

Silver Diesel 1560cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires21 Mar 2024
Tests10 (9 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate90%

Mileage

179,008 mi
Last recorded179,008 miles
Recorded on20 Mar 2023
Typical for 2012 Volvo V5085,860 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationWG61 SGU
MakeVolvo
ModelV50
Year2012
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,560cc

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MOT History

9 pass 1 fail
Pass 20 Mar 2023 179,008 miles

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

Pass 22 Mar 2022 166,704 miles
Pass 17 Feb 2021 158,083 miles

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

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

Pass 27 Jan 2020 152,686 miles
Pass 19 Feb 2019 143,213 miles
Pass 25 Jan 2018 131,311 miles

under-trays fitted obscuring some components

Pass 23 Jan 2017 115,258 miles

engine cover fitted

under trays fitted

Pass 18 Jan 2016 90,310 miles

under-trays fitted obscuring some components

Pass 9 Jan 2015 59,032 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Fail 9 Jan 2015 59,032 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

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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WG61 SGU is a 2012 Volvo V50 in Silver with a 1,560cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90%.

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 SGU, 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 SGU registered?

WG61 SGU is a 2012 Volvo V50, first registered on 30 January 2012.

Is WG61 SGU safe to buy?

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