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BK12 VHR

2012 Volvo V50

Grey Diesel 1560cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires24 Feb 2017
Tests3 (2 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

50,490 mi
Last recorded50,490 miles
Recorded on15 Feb 2016
Typical for 2012 Volvo V5085,860 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBK12 VHR
MakeVolvo
ModelV50
Year2012
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,560cc

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MOT History

2 pass 1 fail
Pass 15 Feb 2016 50,490 miles

Centre Stop lamp deteriorated, but still visible from a reasonable distance (1.2.1d)

Items removed from from drivers view prior to test.

Windscreen wipers are worn.

Fail 25 Feb 2015 37,145 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Nearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 25 Feb 2015 37,145 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

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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BK12 VHR is a 2012 Volvo V50 in Grey with a 1,560cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 3 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 BK12 VHR, 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 BK12 VHR registered?

BK12 VHR is a 2012 Volvo V50, first registered on 3 April 2012.

Is BK12 VHR safe to buy?

The MOT history for BK12 VHR shows 3 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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