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DA12 FWN

2012 Volvo V60

White Diesel 1984cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires19 Feb 2027
Tests16 (12 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

144,326 mi
Last recorded144,326 miles
Recorded on20 Feb 2026
Typical for 2012 Volvo V6084,408 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDA12 FWN
MakeVolvo
ModelV60
Year2012
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,984cc

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MOT History

12 pass 4 fail
Pass 20 Feb 2026 144,326 miles

Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated OSF outer cv boot deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))

Macpherson strut mounting damaged but not seriously weakened NSF Macpherson strut top mount rough when rotated (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Power steering close to minimum mark (2.1.5 (b) (i))

Shock absorbers has a reduced damping effect NSF shock absorber has a reduced damping effect (5.3.2 (d))

Suspension arm ball joint has slight play NSF lower suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Fail 14 Feb 2026 144,240 miles

Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt NSF outer cv boot split & leaking (6.1.7 (g) (ii))

Headlamp aim too high Both (4.1.2 (a))

Side repeater not working Offside side repeater (in mirror) not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn OSF lower suspension arm ball joint has excessive play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm Both front tyres below legal limit & worn smooth on inside edges (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated OSF outer cv boot deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))

Macpherson strut mounting damaged but not seriously weakened NSF Macpherson strut top mount rough when rotated (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Power steering close to minimum mark (2.1.5 (b) (i))

Shock absorbers has a reduced damping effect NSF shock absorber has a reduced damping effect (5.3.2 (d))

Suspension arm ball joint has slight play NSF lower suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 17 Dec 2024 116,670 miles

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

Fail 17 Dec 2024 116,670 miles

Offside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure inner side wall split (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

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

Pass 11 Dec 2023 112,909 miles
Pass 1 Dec 2022 106,218 miles

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

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

Pass 14 Dec 2021 94,065 miles
Pass 31 Dec 2020 80,754 miles
Pass 11 Jun 2020 77,029 miles
Pass 17 Jun 2019 70,547 miles

Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge x2 (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 31 May 2018 65,148 miles

Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge inner edge of nearside front (5.2.3 (e))

Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge inner edge of offside ffront (5.2.3 (e))

Fail 31 May 2018 65,148 miles

Offside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))

Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge inner edge of nearside front (5.2.3 (e))

Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge inner edge of offside ffront (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 18 May 2017 58,140 miles
Fail 18 May 2017 58,138 miles

Offside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Pass 3 Jun 2016 50,192 miles
Pass 29 May 2015 41,435 miles

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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DA12 FWN is a 2012 Volvo V60 in White with a 1,984cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 DA12 FWN, 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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DA12 FWN is a 2012 Volvo V60, first registered on 30 May 2012.

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