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WV12 FNF

2012 Volvo V50

Grey Petrol 1999cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires16 Jun 2027
Tests18 (12 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

101,452 mi
Last recorded101,452 miles
Recorded on17 Jun 2026
Typical for 2012 Volvo V5085,860 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationWV12 FNF
MakeVolvo
ModelV50
Year2012
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,999cc

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MOT History

12 pass 6 fail
Pass 17 Jun 2026 101,452 miles
Pass 13 Jun 2025 99,371 miles
Fail 11 Jun 2025 99,368 miles

Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))

Offside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Pass 17 Jun 2024 98,020 miles
Fail 8 Apr 2024 97,992 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low wont adjust (4.1.2 (a))

Nearside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Rear Tyre obviously under inflated (5.2.3 (l))

Pass 14 Mar 2023 94,744 miles

Nearside Rear Shock absorbers has a reduced damping effect (5.3.2 (d))

Fail 13 Mar 2023 94,742 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp lens seriously defective sharp edge (4.1.1 (b) (ii))

Nearside Rear Shock absorbers has a reduced damping effect (5.3.2 (d))

Pass 25 Feb 2022 91,205 miles
Fail 25 Feb 2022 91,205 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 4 Mar 2021 88,998 miles
Pass 26 Feb 2020 87,271 miles
Pass 6 Mar 2019 77,214 miles

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2.5mm (5.2.3 (e))

Fail 6 Mar 2019 77,214 miles

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2.5mm (5.2.3 (e))

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 27 Feb 2018 66,796 miles

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

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

Pass 15 Mar 2017 56,771 miles
Fail 15 Mar 2017 56,771 miles

Offside Rear Rear position lamp(s) incorrect colour (1.1.A.3e)

Pass 25 Feb 2016 47,727 miles
Pass 5 Mar 2015 35,586 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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WV12 FNF is a 2012 Volvo V50 in Grey with a 1,999cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 WV12 FNF, 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

How do I check the history of WV12 FNF?

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What year was WV12 FNF registered?

WV12 FNF is a 2012 Volvo V50, first registered on 31 March 2012.

Is WV12 FNF safe to buy?

The MOT history for WV12 FNF shows 18 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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