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RV12 BHZ

2012 Volvo V50

Grey Petrol 1999cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires30 Jul 2026
Tests14 (11 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate78.6%

Mileage

110,671 mi
Last recorded110,671 miles
Recorded on25 Jul 2025
Typical for 2012 Volvo V5085,860 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRV12 BHZ
MakeVolvo
ModelV50
Year2012
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,999cc

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MOT History

11 pass 3 fail
Pass 25 Jul 2025 110,671 miles
Pass 23 Jul 2024 107,897 miles
Fail 23 Jul 2024 107,897 miles

Nearside Front Outer Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Pass 31 Jul 2023 104,524 miles

Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Both, @ 3mm tread depth (5.2.3 (e))

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing On outer sidewall (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 27 Jul 2022 100,527 miles

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

Pass 19 Jul 2021 96,502 miles

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

Fail 19 Jul 2021 96,502 miles

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

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

Pass 31 Jul 2020 94,215 miles

Offside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 24 Apr 2019 92,293 miles

Offside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Front Upper Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view chip on screen (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 11 Apr 2018 84,114 miles

engine cover and undertrays fitted

Pass 12 Apr 2017 73,475 miles

all brake disc's starting to show signs of wear

both rear tyres wearing on edges

engine cover and undertrays fitted

Pass 13 Apr 2016 58,676 miles
Fail 13 Apr 2016 58,676 miles

Offside Headlamp aim too low and too far to the right. (1.8)

Pass 15 Apr 2015 43,338 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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RV12 BHZ is a 2012 Volvo V50 in Grey with a 1,999cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.6%.

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 RV12 BHZ, 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 RV12 BHZ?

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What year was RV12 BHZ registered?

RV12 BHZ is a 2012 Volvo V50, first registered on 20 April 2012.

Is RV12 BHZ safe to buy?

The MOT history for RV12 BHZ shows 14 tests with a 78.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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