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FG12 KWU

2012 Volvo S80

Grey Diesel 2401cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires29 Jun 2027
Tests13 (12 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.3%

Mileage

129,441 mi
Last recorded129,441 miles
Recorded on26 Jun 2026
Typical for 2012 Volvo S8081,452 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFG12 KWU
MakeVolvo
ModelS80
Year2012
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,401cc

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MOT History

12 pass 1 fail
Pass 26 Jun 2026 129,441 miles
Pass 30 Jun 2025 122,723 miles
Pass 27 Feb 2024 116,588 miles

Offside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 14 Mar 2023 111,887 miles

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

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

Pass 8 Mar 2022 105,247 miles
Pass 4 Mar 2021 98,002 miles
Pass 10 Mar 2020 93,927 miles

engine covers & under trays fitted obscuring view of some components

Pass 12 Feb 2019 85,143 miles

engine covers & under trays fitted obscuring view of some components

Pass 23 Feb 2018 76,053 miles
Fail 23 Feb 2018 76,053 miles

Offside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

Pass 24 Feb 2017 64,235 miles
Pass 15 Mar 2016 54,917 miles
Pass 31 Mar 2015 40,016 miles

Offside Front Side repeater damaged, but still visible from a reasonable distance (1.4.A.2e)

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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FG12 KWU is a 2012 Volvo S80 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 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 FG12 KWU, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was FG12 KWU registered?

FG12 KWU is a 2012 Volvo S80, first registered on 31 March 2012.

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The MOT history for FG12 KWU 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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