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FV12 YKH

2012 Volvo V50

Grey Diesel 1998cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires10 May 2027
Tests14 (12 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

121,976 mi
Last recorded121,976 miles
Recorded on11 May 2026
Typical for 2012 Volvo V5085,860 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFV12 YKH
MakeVolvo
ModelV50
Year2012
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,998cc

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MOT History

12 pass 2 fail
Pass 11 May 2026 121,976 miles

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

Nearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Offside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

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

Pass 9 May 2025 114,619 miles
Fail 9 May 2025 114,617 miles

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

Pass 9 May 2024 108,648 miles
Pass 17 Oct 2022 101,268 miles
Pass 26 Oct 2021 91,223 miles
Pass 8 Oct 2020 82,182 miles
Pass 9 Oct 2019 72,837 miles
Pass 25 Oct 2018 59,762 miles
Fail 18 Oct 2018 59,759 miles

Nearside Front Inner Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Offside Front Inner Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm cords showing (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Pass 26 Oct 2017 42,720 miles
Pass 6 Jun 2017 40,957 miles
Pass 14 Jun 2016 33,060 miles
Pass 15 Jun 2015 23,205 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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FV12 YKH is a 2012 Volvo V50 in Grey with a 1,998cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

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 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 FV12 YKH, 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 FV12 YKH registered?

FV12 YKH is a 2012 Volvo V50, first registered on 15 June 2012.

Is FV12 YKH safe to buy?

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