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YP61 THG

2012 Volvo V50

Black Diesel 1560cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires29 Nov 2026
Tests14 (12 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

244,844 mi
Last recorded244,844 miles
Recorded on12 Nov 2025
Typical for 2012 Volvo V5085,860 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYP61 THG
MakeVolvo
ModelV50
Year2012
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,560cc

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MOT History

12 pass 2 fail
Pass 12 Nov 2025 244,844 miles

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

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

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

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 11 Nov 2024 238,089 miles
Pass 30 Nov 2023 231,010 miles

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

Pass 8 Nov 2022 219,052 miles

Nearside Front Inner cv boot perishing

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

slight fluctuation from front brakes

Fail 7 Nov 2022 219,052 miles

Parking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))

Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

Nearside Front Inner cv boot perishing

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

Pass 25 Nov 2021 199,750 miles

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

Pass 12 Nov 2020 178,599 miles
Pass 8 Nov 2019 157,194 miles
Fail 8 Nov 2019 157,194 miles

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

Parking brake lever has excessive movement indicating incorrect adjustment (1.1.6 (c))

Pass 27 Nov 2018 130,058 miles
Pass 29 Nov 2017 113,993 miles
Pass 20 Dec 2016 93,324 miles
Pass 29 Dec 2015 71,831 miles
Pass 10 Dec 2014 50,453 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Passenger seat(s) missing at time of test

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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YP61 THG is a 2012 Volvo V50 in Black with a 1,560cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

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 YP61 THG, 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 YP61 THG registered?

YP61 THG is a 2012 Volvo V50, first registered on 3 January 2012.

Is YP61 THG safe to buy?

The MOT history for YP61 THG shows 14 tests with a 85.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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