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GN12 BZH

2012 Volvo V50

White Diesel 1560cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires20 Apr 2026
Tests12 (12 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

146,541 mi
Last recorded146,541 miles
Recorded on8 Apr 2025
Typical for 2012 Volvo V5085,860 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGN12 BZH
MakeVolvo
ModelV50
Year2012
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,560cc

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MOT History

12 pass
Pass 8 Apr 2025 146,541 miles
Pass 17 Apr 2024 128,018 miles

Nearside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

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

Offside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 21 Apr 2023 113,976 miles
Pass 24 Mar 2022 96,138 miles
Pass 16 Apr 2021 83,569 miles
Pass 24 Mar 2020 76,828 miles

Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both rear bushes (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 15 Apr 2019 67,540 miles
Pass 21 Nov 2018 64,331 miles

Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))

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

Nearside Front Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))

Nearside Rear Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 11 Nov 2017 50,632 miles

Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Engine covers fitted

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

Under trays fitted

Pass 10 Dec 2016 38,151 miles
Pass 8 Dec 2015 24,720 miles
Pass 23 Feb 2015 22,976 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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GN12 BZH is a 2012 Volvo V50 in White 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 GN12 BZH, 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 GN12 BZH registered?

GN12 BZH is a 2012 Volvo V50, first registered on 2 March 2012.

Is GN12 BZH safe to buy?

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