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WG12 HVU

2012 Volvo V50

Blue Diesel 1560cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires16 Aug 2024
Tests11 (9 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate81.8%

Mileage

154,569 mi
Last recorded154,569 miles
Recorded on17 Aug 2023
Typical for 2012 Volvo V5085,860 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationWG12 HVU
MakeVolvo
ModelV50
Year2012
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,560cc

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MOT History

9 pass 2 fail
Pass 17 Aug 2023 154,569 miles

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

Pass 4 Aug 2022 135,423 miles
Fail 4 Aug 2022 135,423 miles

Nearside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))

Offside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))

Nearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

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

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

Pass 17 Aug 2021 120,083 miles

Nearside Front advise n/s wiper arm worn

Nearside Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Fail 17 Aug 2021 120,083 miles

Nearside Front advise n/s wiper arm worn

Nearside Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))

Offside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Road wheel fixing missing (5.2.1 (a) (i))

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 17 Aug 2020 101,074 miles
Pass 13 Aug 2019 87,874 miles
Pass 15 Aug 2018 73,516 miles
Pass 10 Aug 2017 60,860 miles
Pass 11 Aug 2016 48,730 miles
Pass 20 May 2015 35,130 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

rear tyres have uneven wear

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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WG12 HVU is a 2012 Volvo V50 in Blue with a 1,560cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.8%.

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 WG12 HVU, 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.

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What year was WG12 HVU registered?

WG12 HVU is a 2012 Volvo V50, first registered on 27 June 2012.

Is WG12 HVU safe to buy?

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