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DF62 FDO

2012 Volvo S80

Blue Diesel 1560cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires31 Oct 2026
Tests13 (11 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate84.6%

Mileage

94,019 mi
Last recorded94,019 miles
Recorded on9 Oct 2025
Typical for 2012 Volvo S8081,452 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDF62 FDO
MakeVolvo
ModelS80
Year2012
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,560cc

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MOT History

11 pass 2 fail
Pass 9 Oct 2025 94,019 miles

Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Manufacture covers not allowing inspection.

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

Nearside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Fail 2 Oct 2025 94,019 miles

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

Rear All direction indicators incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))

Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Manufacture covers not allowing inspection.

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

Nearside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 8 Oct 2024 88,153 miles
Pass 9 Oct 2023 82,768 miles

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

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

Pass 5 Oct 2022 73,732 miles

Front Items removed from driver's view prior to test ()

Pass 5 Oct 2021 64,385 miles
Pass 26 Oct 2020 57,797 miles
Pass 30 Oct 2019 54,497 miles
Fail 30 Oct 2019 54,497 miles

Nearside Rear Road wheel fixing missing (5.2.1 (a) (i))

Pass 27 Oct 2018 47,094 miles
Pass 1 Nov 2017 40,084 miles
Pass 1 Nov 2016 32,906 miles
Pass 27 Nov 2015 26,038 miles

Nearside Rear Inner tyre tread is starting to be stepped

How Reliable is the Volvo S80?

Based on 422,980 MOT tests across 31,257 vehicles.

73.3%
Pass Rate
7,037
Miles/Year
28
Year Lifespan
31,257
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 16,357
position lamp(s) not working 13,908
Registration plate lamp not working 9,544
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 6,715
Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement 5,783
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DF62 FDO is a 2012 Volvo S80 in Blue with a 1,560cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84.6%.

Across all 2012 Volvo S80 models, the average MOT pass rate is 79.8% with a typical mileage of 81,452 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Volvo S80 fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 16,357 recorded failures. If you're considering buying DF62 FDO, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Volvo S80 typically stays on UK roads for around 28 years. At 14 years old, this Volvo S80 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was DF62 FDO registered?

DF62 FDO is a 2012 Volvo S80, first registered on 13 December 2012.

Is DF62 FDO safe to buy?

The MOT history for DF62 FDO shows 13 tests with a 84.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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