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DA12 OPZ

2012 Volvo V60

Red Diesel 1984cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires20 Jan 2027
Tests15 (12 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

189,302 mi
Last recorded189,302 miles
Recorded on21 Jan 2026
Typical for 2012 Volvo V6084,408 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDA12 OPZ
MakeVolvo
ModelV60
Year2012
ColourRed
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,984cc

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MOT History

12 pass 3 fail
Pass 21 Jan 2026 189,302 miles
Pass 11 Mar 2025 174,153 miles

Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Nearside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Offside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Suspension component corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Suspension component pin or bush slightly worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

brake backplates corroded,covers fitted

Fail 3 Mar 2025 174,146 miles

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

Nearside Front Shock absorbers has negligible damping effect (5.3.2 (d))

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

Offside Track rod end ball joint dust cover excessively damaged or deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))

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

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

Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Brake hydraulic reservoir close to minimum mark (1.1.10 (d) (i))

Nearside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Offside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Suspension component corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Suspension component pin or bush slightly worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

brake backplates corroded,covers fitted

Pass 11 Mar 2024 154,131 miles

Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

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

Suspension component corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

covers fitted

Pass 16 Mar 2023 133,589 miles

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

Offside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Suspension component corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

brake backplates corroded,covers fitted

Pass 21 Mar 2022 118,158 miles

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

Suspension component corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

covers fitted,brake backplates corroded

Fail 16 Mar 2022 118,155 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))

Electronic stability control warning lamp indicates a fault (7.12 (e))

Rear Brake pad(s) worn down to wear indicator (1.1.13 (a) (i))

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

Suspension component corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

covers fitted,brake backplates corroded

Pass 2 Mar 2021 108,178 miles

Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Suspension component corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

covers fitted

Fail 1 Mar 2021 108,178 miles

Nearside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Suspension component corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

covers fitted

Pass 16 Mar 2020 102,616 miles

covers fitted

Pass 13 Mar 2019 89,315 miles

Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

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

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))

Offside Front Upper Macpherson strut mounting corroded but not seriously weakened noisy on lock to lock (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

covers fitted

Pass 27 Feb 2018 71,506 miles

Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

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

Pass 22 Mar 2017 57,846 miles
Pass 10 May 2016 52,466 miles
Pass 27 Apr 2015 41,625 miles

Emissions too low to read

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 OPZ is a 2012 Volvo V60 in Red with a 1,984cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 DA12 OPZ, 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 DA12 OPZ registered?

DA12 OPZ is a 2012 Volvo V60, first registered on 25 May 2012.

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