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NL12 RYF

2012 Volvo V50

Grey Diesel 1560cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires9 Dec 2026
Tests16 (12 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

139,584 mi
Last recorded139,584 miles
Recorded on24 Nov 2025
Typical for 2012 Volvo V5085,860 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationNL12 RYF
MakeVolvo
ModelV50
Year2012
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,560cc

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MOT History

12 pass 4 fail
Pass 24 Nov 2025 139,584 miles
Pass 18 Nov 2024 129,911 miles
Pass 7 Dec 2023 126,983 miles
Pass 2 Dec 2022 124,182 miles

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

Fail 2 Dec 2022 124,182 miles

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

Offside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage fractured (5.3.3 (b) (ii))

Pass 29 Nov 2021 119,808 miles
Fail 29 Nov 2021 119,807 miles

Nearside Rear Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 27 Nov 2020 116,373 miles
Pass 10 Dec 2019 110,946 miles
Fail 10 Dec 2019 110,946 miles

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

Pass 21 Jan 2019 99,062 miles

Nearside Front Inner drive shaft gaiter torn

Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both front tyres on inner edges (5.2.3 (e))

Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both rear tyres on inner edges (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 9 Feb 2018 85,829 miles

Nearside Front Inner Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

Nearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Pass 7 Feb 2017 73,885 miles
Fail 3 Feb 2017 73,884 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b) DANGEROUS

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1) DANGEROUS

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit worn on inner edge (4.1.E.1)

Pass 5 Feb 2016 58,550 miles

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Pass 9 Feb 2015 46,192 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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NL12 RYF is a 2012 Volvo V50 in Grey with a 1,560cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 NL12 RYF, 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

How do I check the history of NL12 RYF?

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What year was NL12 RYF registered?

NL12 RYF is a 2012 Volvo V50, first registered on 26 April 2012.

Is NL12 RYF safe to buy?

The MOT history for NL12 RYF shows 16 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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