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BT61 HFK

2012 Volvo V50

White Diesel 1560cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires28 Jan 2027
Tests21 (12 pass, 9 fail)
Pass rate57.1%

Mileage

146,888 mi
Last recorded146,888 miles
Recorded on14 Jan 2026
Typical for 2012 Volvo V5085,860 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBT61 HFK
MakeVolvo
ModelV50
Year2012
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,560cc

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MOT History

12 pass 9 fail
Pass 14 Jan 2026 146,888 miles

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Stop lamp(s) non-obligatory stop lamp not working hi level (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Fail 13 Jan 2026 146,884 miles

Nearside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Stop lamp(s) non-obligatory stop lamp not working hi level (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 17 Jan 2025 146,796 miles
Fail 15 Jan 2025 146,793 miles

Offside Front Brake hose excessively twisted (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Pass 18 Jan 2024 146,483 miles
Fail 18 Jan 2024 146,479 miles

Offside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Offside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

Front Undertray likely to become detached (6.2.1 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 26 Jan 2023 146,277 miles

Nearside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Fail 26 Jan 2023 146,274 miles

Brake lever has insufficient reserve travel (1.1.2 (a))

Headlamp aim too low both (4.1.2 (a))

Nearside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 11 Jan 2022 144,977 miles
Fail 11 Jan 2022 144,977 miles

Offside Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Upper Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 26 Jan 2021 144,118 miles
Fail 26 Jan 2021 144,118 miles

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Pass 29 Jul 2019 141,342 miles

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

Fail 26 Jul 2019 141,342 miles

Offside Front Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))

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

Pass 17 Aug 2018 136,780 miles
Pass 30 Aug 2017 133,887 miles

front tyres worn on edges

Pass 6 Sep 2016 131,218 miles

front tyres wearing on inner edges

Pass 14 Sep 2015 125,757 miles

both front tyres are wearing on the edges

Fail 14 Sep 2015 125,757 miles

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

Offside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

both front tyres are wearing on the edges

Pass 22 Jan 2015 111,508 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Fail 22 Jan 2015 111,508 miles

Offside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

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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BT61 HFK is a 2012 Volvo V50 in White with a 1,560cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 57.1%.

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 BT61 HFK, 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.

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What year was BT61 HFK registered?

BT61 HFK is a 2012 Volvo V50, first registered on 8 February 2012.

Is BT61 HFK safe to buy?

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