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AK12 BZS

2012 Volvo V50

Silver Diesel 1998cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires17 Nov 2026
Tests13 (12 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.3%

Mileage

110,192 mi
Last recorded110,192 miles
Recorded on30 Oct 2025
Typical for 2012 Volvo V5085,860 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAK12 BZS
MakeVolvo
ModelV50
Year2012
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,998cc

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MOT History

12 pass 1 fail
Pass 30 Oct 2025 110,192 miles
Pass 14 Nov 2024 107,871 miles
Pass 25 Oct 2023 101,738 miles
Pass 18 Nov 2022 95,966 miles
Pass 28 Mar 2022 91,876 miles
Pass 22 Mar 2021 84,293 miles
Pass 18 Mar 2020 78,172 miles
Pass 18 Mar 2019 66,339 miles

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

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement wishbone rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement wishbone rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Fail 18 Mar 2019 66,339 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement wishbone rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

Nearside Rear Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Headlamp aim too far to the right (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement wishbone rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 19 Mar 2018 54,942 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Rear Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Rear Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Pass 23 Mar 2017 44,443 miles
Pass 18 Mar 2016 33,793 miles
Pass 28 Mar 2015 26,239 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 BZS is a 2012 Volvo V50 in Silver with a 1,998cc 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 AK12 BZS, 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 AK12 BZS?

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What year was AK12 BZS registered?

AK12 BZS is a 2012 Volvo V50, first registered on 29 March 2012.

Is AK12 BZS safe to buy?

The MOT history for AK12 BZS 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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