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GJ12 HTD

2012 Volvo V50

Silver Diesel 1997cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires20 Jul 2027
Tests13 (12 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.3%

Mileage

145,492 mi
Last recorded145,492 miles
Recorded on2 Jul 2026
Typical for 2012 Volvo V5085,860 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGJ12 HTD
MakeVolvo
ModelV50
Year2012
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,997cc

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MOT History

12 pass 1 fail
Pass 2 Jul 2026 145,492 miles

Offside Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Shock absorbers has light misting of oil both fronts (5.3.2 (b))

Fail 2 Jul 2026 145,492 miles

Nearside Steering rack gaiter missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))

Offside Parking brake inoperative on one side (1.4.1 (a))

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

Offside Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Shock absorbers has light misting of oil both fronts (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 15 Jul 2025 137,337 miles
Pass 3 Jul 2024 128,615 miles

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 11 Jul 2023 118,234 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 18 Jul 2022 108,319 miles
Pass 5 Jul 2021 97,330 miles
Pass 21 Jul 2020 91,940 miles
Pass 26 Mar 2019 77,117 miles
Pass 16 Mar 2018 68,049 miles
Pass 10 Mar 2017 54,633 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 4 Mar 2016 40,979 miles

Front Inner Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Rear Inner Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 26 Mar 2015 25,008 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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GJ12 HTD is a 2012 Volvo V50 in Silver with a 1,997cc 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 GJ12 HTD, 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 GJ12 HTD registered?

GJ12 HTD is a 2012 Volvo V50, first registered on 31 March 2012.

Is GJ12 HTD safe to buy?

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