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YX61 XFU

2012 Volvo V50

Grey Diesel 1560cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires18 Dec 2026
Tests13 (12 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.3%

Mileage

171,579 mi
Last recorded171,579 miles
Recorded on13 Dec 2025
Typical for 2012 Volvo V5085,860 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYX61 XFU
MakeVolvo
ModelV50
Year2012
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,560cc

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MOT History

12 pass 1 fail
Pass 13 Dec 2025 171,579 miles
Pass 17 Dec 2024 169,249 miles
Pass 18 Dec 2023 166,793 miles
Pass 23 Nov 2022 163,473 miles
Pass 11 Dec 2021 159,968 miles
Pass 28 Nov 2020 156,278 miles
Pass 29 Nov 2019 152,318 miles

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

Offside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

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

Pass 23 Nov 2018 144,248 miles
Pass 24 Nov 2017 137,151 miles
Pass 22 Nov 2016 130,412 miles
Pass 7 Dec 2015 118,322 miles
Pass 19 Dec 2014 86,551 miles
Fail 19 Dec 2014 86,551 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

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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YX61 XFU is a 2012 Volvo V50 in Grey with a 1,560cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.3%.

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 YX61 XFU, 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 YX61 XFU registered?

YX61 XFU is a 2012 Volvo V50, first registered on 27 January 2012.

Is YX61 XFU safe to buy?

The MOT history for YX61 XFU shows 13 tests with a 92.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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