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GY12 XJX

2012 Volvo V50

Silver Diesel 1560cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires7 Jun 2026
Tests10 (9 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate90%

Mileage

211,952 mi
Last recorded211,952 miles
Recorded on8 Aug 2026
Typical for 2012 Volvo V5085,860 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGY12 XJX
MakeVolvo
ModelV50
Year2012
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,560cc

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MOT History

9 pass 1 fail
Fail 8 Aug 2026 211,952 miles
Pass 20 May 2025 200,333 miles
Pass 4 Jun 2024 188,727 miles
Pass 30 May 2023 171,827 miles
Pass 8 Jun 2022 155,981 miles
Pass 24 Nov 2020 134,011 miles
Pass 7 May 2019 111,295 miles
Pass 21 May 2018 92,885 miles
Pass 24 May 2017 69,219 miles
Pass 26 May 2015 33,885 miles

Nearside Rear position lamp(s) has light sources not illuminating, but not more than 50% (1.1.A.3b)

Offside Front Side repeater damaged, but still visible from a reasonable distance (1.4.A.2e)

service due displayed on dash

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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GY12 XJX is a 2012 Volvo V50 in Silver with a 1,560cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90%.

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 GY12 XJX, 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 GY12 XJX registered?

GY12 XJX is a 2012 Volvo V50, first registered on 4 May 2012.

Is GY12 XJX safe to buy?

The MOT history for GY12 XJX shows 10 tests with a 90% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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