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BX61 XRC

2012 Volvo XC90

Black Diesel 2400cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires25 Jan 2027
Tests15 (12 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

113,213 mi
Last recorded113,213 miles
Recorded on23 Jan 2026
Typical for 2012 Volvo XC9079,964 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBX61 XRC
MakeVolvo
ModelXC90
Year2012
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,400cc

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MOT History

12 pass 3 fail
Pass 23 Jan 2026 113,213 miles

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

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

Pass 16 Jan 2025 96,748 miles

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

Pass 11 Jan 2024 84,660 miles
Pass 10 Jan 2023 72,707 miles
Pass 26 Jan 2022 65,717 miles
Fail 25 Jan 2022 65,693 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure in outer sidewall (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 8 Dec 2020 61,166 miles
Pass 20 Nov 2019 57,047 miles
Pass 3 Dec 2018 52,097 miles
Pass 13 Nov 2017 46,758 miles

Covers fitted to engine and under car obscuring view of some testable items

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Fail 13 Nov 2017 46,758 miles

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

Covers fitted to engine and under car obscuring view of some testable items

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Pass 24 Nov 2016 40,029 miles

covers fitted to engine and under car

Pass 3 Dec 2015 34,672 miles

Front Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

covers fitted to engine and under car

Pass 11 Dec 2014 27,185 miles
Fail 11 Dec 2014 27,181 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

How Reliable is the Volvo XC90?

Based on 1,122,947 MOT tests across 82,375 vehicles.

74.6%
Pass Rate
8,281
Miles/Year
23
Year Lifespan
82,375
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 23,030
position lamp(s) not working 22,417
Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 21,465
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 16,860
Registration plate lamp not working 14,842
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BX61 XRC is a 2012 Volvo XC90 in Black with a 2,400cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

Across all 2012 Volvo XC90 models, the average MOT pass rate is 79.2% with a typical mileage of 79,964 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Volvo XC90 fails its MOT is parking brake: efficiency below requirements, accounting for 23,030 recorded failures. If you're considering buying BX61 XRC, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Volvo XC90 typically stays on UK roads for around 23 years. At 14 years old, this Volvo XC90 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was BX61 XRC registered?

BX61 XRC is a 2012 Volvo XC90, first registered on 31 January 2012.

Is BX61 XRC safe to buy?

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