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GL12 VSX

2012 Volvo XC90

Black Diesel 2400cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires20 Aug 2026
Tests14 (10 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

156,774 mi
Last recorded156,774 miles
Recorded on21 Aug 2025
Typical for 2012 Volvo XC9079,964 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGL12 VSX
MakeVolvo
ModelXC90
Year2012
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,400cc

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MOT History

10 pass 4 fail
Pass 21 Aug 2025 156,774 miles
Fail 11 Aug 2025 156,730 miles
Pass 4 Feb 2024 145,957 miles
Fail 30 Jan 2024 145,812 miles
Pass 23 Jan 2023 134,182 miles
Pass 8 Feb 2022 119,486 miles
Fail 24 Jan 2022 119,164 miles
Pass 11 Feb 2021 107,919 miles

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

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin very low 3-4mm (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Nearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Offside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Pass 14 Feb 2020 96,788 miles
Pass 16 Jan 2019 87,773 miles
Pass 19 Jan 2018 77,814 miles
Pass 23 May 2016 55,454 miles
Fail 20 Jul 2015 42,364 miles

Nearside Rear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Pass 20 Jul 2015 42,364 miles

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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GL12 VSX is a 2012 Volvo XC90 in Black with a 2,400cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 GL12 VSX, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of GL12 VSX?

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What year was GL12 VSX registered?

GL12 VSX is a 2012 Volvo XC90, first registered on 1 August 2012.

Is GL12 VSX safe to buy?

The MOT history for GL12 VSX shows 14 tests with a 71.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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