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AJ12 BVP

2012 Volvo V60

Grey Diesel 1560cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires8 Nov 2026
Tests19 (12 pass, 7 fail)
Pass rate63.2%

Mileage

163,016 mi
Last recorded163,016 miles
Recorded on22 Oct 2025
Typical for 2012 Volvo V6084,408 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAJ12 BVP
MakeVolvo
ModelV60
Year2012
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,560cc

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MOT History

12 pass 7 fail
Pass 22 Oct 2025 163,016 miles

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

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge and smooth on edges (5.2.3 (e))

aims slightly faded

n/s/f tyre small cuts

Fail 21 Oct 2025 163,015 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

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

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge and smooth on edges (5.2.3 (e))

aims slightly faded

n/s/f tyre small cuts

Pass 8 Nov 2024 152,934 miles

Nearside Front Wheel bearing slightly noisy (5.1.3 (b) (i))

Fail 4 Nov 2024 152,933 miles

Fuel system component leaking filter area (6.1.3 (b) (i))

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

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

Nearside Front Wheel bearing slightly noisy (5.1.3 (b) (i))

oil leaks

Pass 9 Nov 2023 144,981 miles
Fail 8 Nov 2023 144,981 miles

Central Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

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

Nearside Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

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

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

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

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

Offside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 6 Dec 2022 137,801 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge and smooth on inner edges (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge and smooth on inner edges (5.2.3 (e))

Fail 5 Dec 2022 137,800 miles

Nearside Front Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))

Offside Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge and smooth on inner edges (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge and smooth on inner edges (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 6 Dec 2021 128,679 miles

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

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

Fail 6 Dec 2021 128,678 miles

Central Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

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

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

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

Pass 24 Nov 2020 120,101 miles

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

both front inner c.v. boots perished/cracked

chips on screen

small oil leaks

Pass 28 Nov 2019 109,779 miles

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

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

Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both rears on limits!!! (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 13 Dec 2018 97,478 miles
Fail 13 Dec 2018 97,478 miles

Exhaust emissions exceed manufacturer's specified limit (8.2.2.2 (a))

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

Pass 14 Jul 2018 92,114 miles

Nearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Nearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Pass 1 Jul 2017 77,442 miles

Nearside Rear Seat belt unable to be tested as child seat fitted

Pass 2 Jul 2016 62,517 miles

N/S/R seat belt not checked due to child seat

Fail 2 Jul 2016 62,517 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed Inner edge (4.1.D.1b) DANGEROUS

Both front tyres worn smooth on inner edge

N/S/R seat belt not checked due to child seat

Pass 18 Jul 2015 48,144 miles

N/S/R seat belt not checked due to child seat

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

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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AJ12 BVP is a 2012 Volvo V60 in Grey with a 1,560cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 63.2%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 AJ12 BVP, 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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AJ12 BVP is a 2012 Volvo V60, first registered on 23 July 2012.

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