The road tax status for RA12 DAD is recorded as available on IsItAGoodCar.

When is the MOT due for RA12 DAD?

The MOT for RA12 DAD is valid and due for renewal on or before 1 February 2027.

What is the recorded mileage of RA12 DAD?

The recorded mileage for RA12 DAD is 171,490 miles, recorded at its most recent DVSA MOT test.

Is RA12 DAD ULEZ compliant?

No, RA12 DAD does not meet standard ULEZ emissions requirements and would incur a daily charge when driven within the London Ultra Low Emission Zone.

Official DVLA Record

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2012 Volvo V50 1.6L Diesel · RA12 DAD

RA12 DAD

2012 Volvo V50 (1.6L, diesel). First registered 03/07/2012. Recorded mileage 171,490 miles. MOT valid until 01/02/2027.

Make & Model: VOLVO V50
Year / Origin: 2012 · Reading
MOT Status: Valid until 01/02/2027
Road Tax: —
Recorded Mileage: 171,490 mi
ULEZ Compliance: Non-Compliant (Pre-Euro 6 Diesel)
Fuel & Engine: Diesel · 1.6L
Reliability Guide: Common Faults

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Mileage: 171,490 mi
Fuel Type: Diesel
Year: 2012
Engine: 1560cc

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RA12 DAD Key Findings

15 MOT tests recorded
Latest MOT passed on 28/01/2026
171,490 miles recorded at latest MOT
2 historical MOT failures
3 defects noted at the latest MOT
Recurring tyres items (4 mentions)

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MOT Roadworthiness: Good

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Reliability & Known Issues

Known faults for Volvo V50

Our database tracks 3 specific mechanical faults and recurring failure patterns identified across UK MOT testing stations for this generation.

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RA12 DAD Mileage History

05/06/201570,521 mi
28/06/201698,234 mi+27,713 mi
30/06/201698,235 mi+1 mi
26/07/201699,029 mi+794 mi
22/07/2017106,801 mi+7,772 mi
20/07/2018110,931 mi+4,130 mi
01/02/2019112,752 mi+1,821 mi
13/01/2020124,016 mi+11,264 mi
20/01/2021129,685 mi+5,669 mi
21/01/2021129,714 mi+29 mi
19/01/2022136,055 mi+6,341 mi
16/01/2023142,987 mi+6,932 mi
02/02/2024151,785 mi+8,798 mi
18/01/2025162,572 mi+10,787 mi
28/01/2026171,490 mi+8,918 mi

Average of roughly 9,481 miles per year across 15 recorded odometer readings.

RA12 DAD MOT History

Vehicle record last updated: 29 Sept 2026, 11:11

MOT Analysis

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15 MOT tests are recorded for this 2012 Volvo V50 (RA12 DAD) between June 2015 and January 2026.

The record contains 13 passes and 2 failures.

The most recent test on 28 January 2026 was a pass, although the earlier record includes 2 failures that buyers may want to investigate.

Across all tests, the most frequently flagged areas are: Tyres (4 issues), Lighting (3 issues), Suspension (2 issues), Brakes (2 issues), Windscreen (1 issue). Repeated mentions in one area can indicate an ongoing pattern worth checking in person.

In total 9 advisory notices are recorded. Advisories flag items that passed but may need attention before the next test; they are not evidence of how well the vehicle has been serviced.

Recorded failure items include: “Nearside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))”; “Offside Front coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)”; “Offside Front Inner Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of”.

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