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AK12 PHJ

2012 Volvo V50

Black Diesel 1560cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires14 Apr 2027
Tests12 (12 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

40,173 mi
Last recorded40,173 miles
Recorded on9 Apr 2026
Typical for 2012 Volvo V5085,860 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAK12 PHJ
MakeVolvo
ModelV50
Year2012
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,560cc

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MOT History

12 pass
Pass 9 Apr 2026 40,173 miles
Pass 8 Apr 2025 35,819 miles
Pass 18 Mar 2024 30,704 miles
Pass 23 Mar 2023 29,092 miles
Pass 22 Mar 2022 27,557 miles

Nearside Rear Nail in tyre ()

Pass 29 Mar 2021 26,673 miles
Pass 19 Mar 2020 26,460 miles
Pass 28 Mar 2019 24,337 miles

sill covers fitted

Pass 22 Mar 2018 21,899 miles
Pass 29 Mar 2017 19,805 miles
Pass 24 Mar 2016 16,934 miles
Pass 13 Apr 2015 13,218 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 PHJ is a 2012 Volvo V50 in Black with a 1,560cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 PHJ, 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 PHJ registered?

AK12 PHJ is a 2012 Volvo V50, first registered on 14 April 2012.

Is AK12 PHJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for AK12 PHJ shows 12 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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