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LN12 UMZ

2012 Volvo V50

Blue Diesel 1997cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires30 Jan 2027
Tests13 (12 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.3%

Mileage

50,531 mi
Last recorded50,531 miles
Recorded on27 Jan 2026
Typical for 2012 Volvo V5085,860 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLN12 UMZ
MakeVolvo
ModelV50
Year2012
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,997cc

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MOT History

12 pass 1 fail
Pass 27 Jan 2026 50,531 miles

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

Front Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))

Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured Both sides (4.4.3 (a))

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Undertray not fully secure (8.1.1 (b) (i))

Pass 25 Jan 2025 49,544 miles

Central Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured Nearside and Offside. (4.4.3 (a))

Pass 15 Jan 2024 48,251 miles
Fail 15 Jan 2024 48,251 miles

Windscreen washer jets misaligned and not providing sufficient fluid to the windscreen (3.5 (a))

Pass 23 Jan 2023 46,861 miles

Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured both sides (4.4.3 (a))

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Pass 27 Jan 2022 43,865 miles
Pass 29 Jan 2021 41,377 miles
Pass 27 Jan 2020 39,756 miles

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

Engine cover and Under-Tray cover fitted

Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Both sides (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

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

Pass 14 Jan 2019 35,763 miles

Engine cover and Under-Tray cover fitted

Front Wiper smearing

Pass 15 Jan 2018 31,062 miles

Front Items removed from driver's view prior to test ()

Pass 31 Jan 2017 25,845 miles

Engine cover fitted

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

Under tray fitted

Pass 25 Jan 2016 22,984 miles

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

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

engine covers fitted

nail in offside rear tyre

under trays fitted

Pass 15 May 2015 21,344 miles

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

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

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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LN12 UMZ is a 2012 Volvo V50 in Blue 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 LN12 UMZ, 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 LN12 UMZ registered?

LN12 UMZ is a 2012 Volvo V50, first registered on 15 May 2012.

Is LN12 UMZ safe to buy?

The MOT history for LN12 UMZ shows 13 tests with a 92.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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