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KM12 HKP

2012 Volvo V50

Grey Diesel 1997cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires2 Jul 2027
Tests14 (12 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

39,168 mi
Last recorded39,168 miles
Recorded on25 Jun 2026
Typical for 2012 Volvo V5085,860 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKM12 HKP
MakeVolvo
ModelV50
Year2012
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,997cc

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MOT History

12 pass 2 fail
Pass 25 Jun 2026 39,168 miles
Pass 27 Jun 2025 37,219 miles
Fail 27 Jun 2025 37,219 miles

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

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

Pass 13 Jun 2024 35,295 miles
Pass 8 Jun 2023 33,529 miles

Central stop lamp inoperative (high level)

Fail 8 Jun 2023 33,529 miles

Central stop lamp inoperative (high level)

Nearside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))

Offside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))

Pass 22 Jun 2022 32,012 miles
Pass 24 Jun 2021 31,281 miles
Pass 3 Jul 2020 30,193 miles
Pass 13 May 2019 27,050 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 205/50R17 (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 11 May 2018 22,698 miles
Pass 11 May 2017 19,454 miles

Nearside Front tyre has slight damage on outer side wall

engine covers and under trays fitted

Pass 9 May 2016 16,215 miles

engine covers and undertrays fitted

Pass 18 May 2015 13,014 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

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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KM12 HKP is a 2012 Volvo V50 in Grey with a 1,997cc 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 KM12 HKP, 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 KM12 HKP registered?

KM12 HKP is a 2012 Volvo V50, first registered on 26 May 2012.

Is KM12 HKP safe to buy?

The MOT history for KM12 HKP shows 14 tests with a 85.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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