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AK12 VCU

2012 Volvo S60

Gold Diesel 2400cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires22 Jul 2027
Tests14 (13 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.9%

Mileage

51,957 mi
Last recorded51,957 miles
Recorded on7 Jul 2026
Typical for 2012 Volvo S6079,609 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAK12 VCU
MakeVolvo
ModelS60
Year2012
ColourGold
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,400cc

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MOT History

13 pass 1 fail
Pass 7 Jul 2026 51,957 miles

Nearside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

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

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

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

Offside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

clean emissions

Fail 29 Jun 2026 51,844 miles

Nearside Headlamp cleaning device for LED or HID headlamp inoperative (4.1.6 (a) (ii))

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

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

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

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

Offside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

clean emissions

Pass 23 Jul 2025 46,888 miles
Pass 19 Nov 2024 45,726 miles
Pass 13 Nov 2023 43,529 miles
Pass 21 Nov 2022 41,083 miles

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 2 Nov 2021 39,138 miles
Pass 18 Nov 2020 37,375 miles
Pass 12 Nov 2019 35,053 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge bald on outer edge/ slightly worn on inner edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge bald on inner edge/slightly worn on outer edge (5.2.3 (e))

rear brake pads appear low

Pass 12 Nov 2018 31,317 miles

both front tyres slightly worn on edges

Pass 30 Oct 2017 26,997 miles
Pass 14 Nov 2016 22,851 miles
Pass 23 Nov 2015 19,216 miles
Pass 6 May 2015 17,001 miles

How Reliable is the Volvo S60?

Based on 758,165 MOT tests across 54,544 vehicles.

73.2%
Pass Rate
7,442
Miles/Year
26
Year Lifespan
54,544
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 28,009
position lamp(s) not working 25,933
Registration plate lamp not working 17,709
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 16,040
parking brake recording little or no effort 10,865
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AK12 VCU is a 2012 Volvo S60 in Gold with a 2,400cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.9%.

Across all 2012 Volvo S60 models, the average MOT pass rate is 79.7% with a typical mileage of 79,609 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Volvo S60 fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 28,009 recorded failures. If you're considering buying AK12 VCU, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Volvo S60 typically stays on UK roads for around 26 years. At 14 years old, this Volvo S60 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was AK12 VCU registered?

AK12 VCU is a 2012 Volvo S60, first registered on 19 June 2012.

Is AK12 VCU safe to buy?

The MOT history for AK12 VCU 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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