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VN12 EAC

2012 Volvo V50

Blue Diesel 1560cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires27 May 2027
Tests14 (13 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.9%

Mileage

16,797 mi
Last recorded16,797 miles
Recorded on12 May 2026
Typical for 2012 Volvo V5085,860 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationVN12 EAC
MakeVolvo
ModelV50
Year2012
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,560cc

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MOT History

13 pass 1 fail
Pass 12 May 2026 16,797 miles

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Pass 14 May 2025 16,337 miles
Fail 13 May 2025 16,336 miles

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

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

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

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

Pass 28 May 2024 15,996 miles

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

Offside Front Outer Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing sidewall. (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Pass 27 Apr 2023 15,673 miles

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

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

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

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

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

Pass 21 Apr 2022 15,513 miles
Pass 29 Apr 2021 15,335 miles

Offside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Pass 21 May 2020 15,202 miles

Both front lower arm bushes worn

Front wipers smearing

Pass 2 May 2019 14,954 miles
Pass 2 May 2018 13,594 miles
Pass 2 May 2017 12,023 miles
Pass 3 May 2016 9,710 miles
Pass 28 May 2015 8,981 miles
Pass 12 May 2015 8,956 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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VN12 EAC is a 2012 Volvo V50 in Blue with a 1,560cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.9%.

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 VN12 EAC, 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 VN12 EAC registered?

VN12 EAC is a 2012 Volvo V50, first registered on 14 May 2012.

Is VN12 EAC safe to buy?

The MOT history for VN12 EAC shows 14 tests with a 92.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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