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Volvo V50

Black · Diesel · 2012 · 1,560 cc

LS12 VKXMOT history

LS12 VKX is a black diesel Volvo V50 first used on 31 May 2012. Its MOT is valid until 31 May 2027 and it has passed 12 of 19 MOT tests, with 136,723 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 7 May 2026.

LS12 VKX black Volvo V50 – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a Volvo V50, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Valid
Until 31 May 2027
Mileage
136,723 mi
At MOT on 7 May 2026
MOT tests
19
12 passed · 7 failed
Per year
9,332 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LS12 VKX
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Volvo
Model
V50
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,560 cc
Year of manufacture
2012
First used
31 May 2012
MOT status
MOT valid until 31 May 2027
Latest MOT test
7 May 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

LS12 VKX was last recorded at 136,723 miles on 7 May 2026, 5,763 miles more than at the previous MOT on 1 May 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
130,960 miles · 1 May 2025
Between the last two tests
5,763 miles
Average per year
9,332 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 136,723 miles
  • 2025 – 130,960 miles
  • 2024 – 122,303 miles
  • 2023 – 112,756 miles
  • 2022 – 102,963 miles
  • 2021 – 91,844 miles
  • 2020 – 84,345 miles
  • 2019 – 73,400 miles
  • 2018 – 63,542 miles
  • 2017 – 53,347 miles
  • 2016 – 43,943 miles
  • 2015 – 34,395 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass136,723 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day

No defects or advisories were recorded.

What MOT advisories mean

Recurring issues

Items recorded at more than one earlier MOT but not at the latest one. Repeat advisories can show maintenance that was put off.

  • Nearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2020–2025

  • Offside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2020–2025

  • Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2023–2024

  • Rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2017–2018

  • Offside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources

    Minor2 MOTs, 2024

  • Offside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

Full MOT history

19 tests since 20 May 2015, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass136,723 miles
    MOT expiry
    31 May 2027
    Odometer
    136,723 miles
    Test number
    902477321346

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  2. Fail136,723 miles (+5,763)2 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    136,723 miles
    Test number
    419341875097
    • MajorNearside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))
    • MajorOffside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge inner edge, 205/50R17 93W (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge inner edge, 205/50R17 93W (5.2.3 (e))

  3. Pass130,960 miles (+8,657)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    31 May 2026
    Odometer
    130,960 miles
    Test number
    517759712420
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing cracking, and inner edge wear (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

  4. Pass122,303 miles (+1)2 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    31 May 2025
    Odometer
    122,303 miles
    Test number
    125465032952
    • MinorOffside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Rear Upper Position lamp with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.2.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  5. Fail122,302 miles (+9,546)1 major2 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    122,302 miles
    Test number
    755297001824
    • MajorNearside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Rear Upper Position lamp with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.2.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryCoolant low

  6. Pass112,756 miles (+4)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    31 May 2024
    Odometer
    112,756 miles
    Test number
    262595640575
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryRear Inner Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  7. Fail112,752 miles (+9,789)1 major5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    112,752 miles
    Test number
    877396674177
    • MajorNearside Front Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt split (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryRear Inner Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  8. Pass102,963 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    31 May 2023
    Odometer
    102,963 miles
    Test number
    433071607911
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

  9. Fail102,963 miles (+11,119)3 dangerous2 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    102,963 miles
    Test number
    582735054104
    • DangerousFront Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • DangerousNearside Rear Inner Tyre has ply or cords damaged Marked in chalk. (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • DangerousNearside Rear Inner Tyre has ply or cords exposed Marked in chalk. (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt Central CV Boot split. (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

  10. Pass91,844 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    31 May 2022
    Odometer
    91,844 miles
    Test number
    838178684702
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  11. Fail91,844 miles (+7,499)1 dangerous3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    91,844 miles
    Test number
    244544998236
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge inner (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  12. Pass84,345 miles (+10,945)1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    31 May 2021
    Odometer
    84,345 miles
    Test number
    195061444491
    • MinorOffside Front Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

  13. Pass73,400 miles (+1)
    MOT expiry
    31 May 2020
    Odometer
    73,400 miles
    Test number
    720347833023

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Fail73,399 miles (+9,857)1 dangerous2 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    73,399 miles
    Test number
    540450323240
    • DangerousFuel system component leaking excessively or a risk of fire (6.1.3 (b) (ii))
    • MajorEmissions not tested (8.2.2.2 (e))
    • MajorFuel pipe union leaking (6.1.3 (b) (i))

  15. Pass63,542 miles (+10,195)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    31 May 2019
    Odometer
    63,542 miles
    Test number
    833120100552
    • AdvisoryFront Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Outer Tyre side wall rubber cut
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

  16. Pass53,347 miles5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    31 May 2018
    Odometer
    53,347 miles
    Test number
    648320515019
    • AdvisoryEngine cover fitted
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Direction indicators slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Direction indicators slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryUnder tray fitted

  17. Fail53,347 miles (+9,404)1 failure5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    53,347 miles
    Test number
    998297211875
    • FailureOffside Side repeater excessively damaged so that it is not visible from a reasonable distance (1.4.A.2e)
    • AdvisoryEngine cover fitted
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Direction indicators slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Direction indicators slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryUnder tray fitted

  18. Pass43,943 miles (+9,548)
    MOT expiry
    31 May 2017
    Odometer
    43,943 miles
    Test number
    657625906534

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass34,395 miles
    MOT expiry
    31 May 2016
    Odometer
    34,395 miles
    Test number
    136210545179

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LS12 VKX

Does LS12 VKX currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LS12 VKX is valid until 31 May 2027.
When is the MOT due on LS12 VKX?
The MOT on LS12 VKX is valid until 31 May 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LS12 VKX done?
LS12 VKX was recorded at 136,723 miles at its MOT on 7 May 2026, an average of 9,332 miles a year.
Has LS12 VKX ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LS12 VKX has failed 7 of its 19 MOT tests, most recently on 7 May 2026.
Has the mileage on LS12 VKX ever gone down?
No. The odometer reading went up or stayed the same at every MOT test on record. Service records are still worth checking.
What did the latest MOT on LS12 VKX find?
LS12 VKX passed its latest MOT on 7 May 2026 with no defects or advisories recorded.

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