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FP62 SWO

2012 Volvo S60

Red Diesel 1560cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires23 Oct 2026
Tests13 (11 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate84.6%

Mileage

198,926 mi
Last recorded198,926 miles
Recorded on20 Oct 2025
Typical for 2012 Volvo S6079,609 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFP62 SWO
MakeVolvo
ModelS60
Year2012
ColourRed
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,560cc

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MOT History

11 pass 2 fail
Pass 20 Oct 2025 198,926 miles
Pass 24 Oct 2024 197,981 miles

Offside Front Macpherson strut pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Rear registration plate deteriorated

Pass 3 Oct 2023 195,427 miles

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Pass 3 Oct 2022 190,993 miles
Pass 6 Oct 2021 184,195 miles

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

Pass 21 Sep 2020 178,966 miles

Engine cover and undertrays

Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread Front and rear (0.1 (b))

Fail 21 Sep 2020 178,966 miles

Engine cover and undertrays

Front Position lamp not working Both front (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread Front and rear (0.1 (b))

Pass 5 Oct 2019 174,489 miles

Vehicle has engine covers & under-trays fitted obscuring view of some components

Pass 7 Nov 2018 145,101 miles
Pass 6 Jan 2018 134,323 miles

zero emmitions

Pass 4 Nov 2016 113,789 miles
Fail 4 Nov 2016 113,782 miles

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm exposed cords inner edge (4.1.E.1) DANGEROUS

Nearside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 4 Nov 2015 85,195 miles

How Reliable is the Volvo S60?

Based on 758,165 MOT tests across 54,544 vehicles.

73.2%
Pass Rate
7,442
Miles/Year
26
Year Lifespan
54,544
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 28,009
position lamp(s) not working 25,933
Registration plate lamp not working 17,709
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 16,040
parking brake recording little or no effort 10,865
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FP62 SWO is a 2012 Volvo S60 in Red 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 S60 models, the average MOT pass rate is 79.7% with a typical mileage of 79,609 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Volvo S60 fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 28,009 recorded failures. If you're considering buying FP62 SWO, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Volvo S60 typically stays on UK roads for around 26 years. At 14 years old, this Volvo S60 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was FP62 SWO registered?

FP62 SWO is a 2012 Volvo S60, first registered on 30 November 2012.

Is FP62 SWO safe to buy?

The MOT history for FP62 SWO 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.

Does FP62 SWO have outstanding finance?

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