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RK12 TYY

2012 Volvo V50

Blue Petrol 1999cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires6 Apr 2027
Tests12 (12 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

32,786 mi
Last recorded32,786 miles
Recorded on7 Apr 2026
Typical for 2012 Volvo V5085,860 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRK12 TYY
MakeVolvo
ModelV50
Year2012
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,999cc

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MOT History

12 pass
Pass 7 Apr 2026 32,786 miles

Brake pad(s) wearing thin Both rear (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

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

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

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

Pass 11 Mar 2025 27,865 miles
Pass 5 Feb 2024 24,626 miles
Pass 20 Feb 2023 22,443 miles

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

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

Pass 17 Feb 2022 21,262 miles
Pass 9 Feb 2021 19,928 miles

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

Nearside Rear Inner Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

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

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

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

Pass 20 Feb 2020 18,750 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement lower wishbone bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

Pass 25 Feb 2019 17,106 miles
Pass 21 Feb 2018 15,525 miles
Pass 23 Feb 2017 13,307 miles
Pass 18 Feb 2016 11,335 miles

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

Pass 12 Feb 2015 8,656 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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RK12 TYY is a 2012 Volvo V50 in Blue with a 1,999cc petrol 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 RK12 TYY, 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 RK12 TYY registered?

RK12 TYY is a 2012 Volvo V50, first registered on 1 March 2012.

Is RK12 TYY safe to buy?

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