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DF12 KNB

2012 Volvo XC90

Grey Diesel 2401cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires25 Mar 2027
Tests13 (12 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.3%

Mileage

140,773 mi
Last recorded140,773 miles
Recorded on27 Feb 2026
Typical for 2012 Volvo XC9079,964 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDF12 KNB
MakeVolvo
ModelXC90
Year2012
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,401cc

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MOT History

12 pass 1 fail
Pass 27 Feb 2026 140,773 miles
Pass 26 Feb 2025 134,837 miles
Pass 19 Mar 2024 128,921 miles
Pass 21 Mar 2023 123,624 miles

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

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

Pass 28 Feb 2022 116,204 miles
Pass 26 Mar 2021 110,215 miles

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

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

Pass 11 May 2020 106,711 miles
Pass 15 May 2019 100,481 miles
Pass 21 May 2018 80,388 miles

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

Pass 15 May 2017 70,189 miles

Engine and underside covers fitted not allowing full inspection

Rear boot seat belts inaccessible

Pass 26 May 2016 56,743 miles

Engine and underside covers fitted not allowing full inspection

Rear seatbelts inaccessible not allowing full seatbelt inspection

Pass 18 Jun 2015 43,243 miles

emissions to low to record on machine

Fail 18 Jun 2015 43,243 miles

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

emissions to low to record on machine

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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DF12 KNB is a 2012 Volvo XC90 in Grey with a 2,401cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.3%.

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 DF12 KNB, 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.

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What year was DF12 KNB registered?

DF12 KNB is a 2012 Volvo XC90, first registered on 4 July 2012.

Is DF12 KNB safe to buy?

The MOT history for DF12 KNB shows 13 tests with a 92.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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