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AF12 VEV

2012 Volvo V60

Blue Diesel 2400cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires22 Jun 2027
Tests16 (13 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate81.3%

Mileage

146,187 mi
Last recorded146,187 miles
Recorded on23 Jun 2026
Typical for 2012 Volvo V6084,408 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAF12 VEV
MakeVolvo
ModelV60
Year2012
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,400cc

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MOT History

13 pass 3 fail
Pass 23 Jun 2026 146,187 miles
Pass 16 Dec 2025 141,147 miles

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

Pass 26 Nov 2024 126,557 miles

Nearside Rear Anti-roll bar ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Rear Anti-roll bar ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 22 Nov 2023 115,423 miles
Pass 25 Nov 2022 107,051 miles
Pass 30 Nov 2021 93,830 miles

Nearside Front 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 12 Nov 2020 85,825 miles

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

Pass 22 Sep 2019 78,970 miles
Fail 21 Sep 2019 78,968 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 28 Feb 2019 74,907 miles
Fail 28 Feb 2019 74,907 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 3 Feb 2018 60,171 miles
Pass 24 Feb 2017 52,179 miles

Oil leak signs of

covers & trays

unable to check any rear seat belts vehicle loaded

Fail 24 Feb 2017 52,179 miles

Power steering pipe(s) or hose(s) leaking from a seal (2.3.3b)

Oil leak signs of

Power steering fluid level low, but not below minimum on minimum (2.3.1)

covers & trays

unable to check any rear seat belts vehicle loaded

Pass 9 Feb 2016 44,064 miles

engine cover and under cover fitted

Pass 27 Feb 2015 35,532 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

How Reliable is the Volvo V60?

Based on 342,864 MOT tests across 35,885 vehicles.

81.9%
Pass Rate
8,252
Miles/Year
16
Year Lifespan
35,885
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 2,019
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 1,756
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AF12 VEV is a 2012 Volvo V60 in Blue with a 2,400cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.3%.

Across all 2012 Volvo V60 models, the average MOT pass rate is 78.6% with a typical mileage of 84,408 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Volvo V60 fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 2,019 recorded failures. If you're considering buying AF12 VEV, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Volvo V60 typically stays on UK roads for around 16 years. At 14 years old, this Volvo V60 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was AF12 VEV registered?

AF12 VEV is a 2012 Volvo V60, first registered on 1 March 2012.

Is AF12 VEV safe to buy?

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