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WJ12 XTW

2012 Volvo V50

Grey Diesel 1560cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires17 Mar 2027
Tests15 (12 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

146,333 mi
Last recorded146,333 miles
Recorded on16 Mar 2026
Typical for 2012 Volvo V5085,860 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationWJ12 XTW
MakeVolvo
ModelV50
Year2012
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,560cc

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MOT History

12 pass 3 fail
Pass 16 Mar 2026 146,333 miles
Fail 16 Mar 2026 146,333 miles

Offside Side repeater not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 18 Mar 2025 136,577 miles
Pass 14 Mar 2024 129,782 miles
Pass 27 Feb 2023 121,960 miles
Pass 17 Mar 2022 113,496 miles
Pass 10 Mar 2021 105,608 miles

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

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

Pass 18 Mar 2020 96,014 miles

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

Pass 26 Mar 2019 89,161 miles

Nearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Offside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

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

handbrake lever has some travel

Pass 5 Apr 2018 80,042 miles

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 20 Apr 2017 70,122 miles

Nearside Front Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Pass 18 Apr 2016 57,852 miles

O/S/F tyre worn inner edge

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

nail in O/S/R tyre

Fail 15 Apr 2016 57,852 miles

Offside Front coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)

O/S/F tyre worn inner edge

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

nail in O/S/R tyre

Fail 31 Mar 2015 48,705 miles

Offside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Pass 31 Mar 2015 48,705 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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WJ12 XTW is a 2012 Volvo V50 in Grey with a 1,560cc 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 WJ12 XTW, 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 WJ12 XTW registered?

WJ12 XTW is a 2012 Volvo V50, first registered on 17 April 2012.

Is WJ12 XTW safe to buy?

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