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AK12 AHA

2012 Volvo V50

Grey Diesel 1984cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires8 Jun 2027
Tests16 (13 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate81.3%

Mileage

69,708 mi
Last recorded69,708 miles
Recorded on28 May 2026
Typical for 2012 Volvo V5085,860 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAK12 AHA
MakeVolvo
ModelV50
Year2012
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,984cc

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MOT History

13 pass 3 fail
Pass 28 May 2026 69,708 miles
Fail 27 May 2026 69,708 miles

Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

Pass 21 May 2025 68,189 miles

Rear Coil spring corroded Both (5.3.1 (b) (i))

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

Pass 5 Jun 2024 65,368 miles

Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement BOTH (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge WORN ON EDGE . LOOSING SHAPE (5.2.3 (e))

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

Fail 5 Jun 2024 65,398 miles

Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement BOTH (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Headlamp aim too low BOTH (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge WORN ON EDGE . LOOSING SHAPE (5.2.3 (e))

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

Pass 31 May 2023 62,469 miles
Pass 27 May 2022 58,545 miles

EMISSIONS TO CLEAN

Pass 3 Jun 2021 55,453 miles

both front tyres worn on the edges.205/50/17

Fail 3 Jun 2021 55,453 miles

Nearside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))

Offside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))

both front tyres worn on the edges.205/50/17

Pass 9 Jun 2020 52,806 miles
Pass 29 May 2019 50,074 miles
Pass 26 May 2018 46,481 miles

zero emmisions

Pass 25 May 2017 43,076 miles
Pass 4 Jun 2016 39,346 miles
Pass 8 Jun 2015 25,199 miles
Pass 9 Jul 2014 16,475 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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AK12 AHA is a 2012 Volvo V50 in Grey with a 1,984cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.3%.

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 AK12 AHA, 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 AK12 AHA registered?

AK12 AHA is a 2012 Volvo V50, first registered on 21 March 2012.

Is AK12 AHA safe to buy?

The MOT history for AK12 AHA shows 16 tests with a 81.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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