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GU12 TMY

2012 Volvo XC90

Black Diesel 2400cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires23 Nov 2026
Tests16 (11 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate68.8%

Mileage

104,200 mi
Last recorded104,200 miles
Recorded on18 Nov 2025
Typical for 2012 Volvo XC9079,964 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGU12 TMY
MakeVolvo
ModelXC90
Year2012
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,400cc

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MOT History

11 pass 5 fail
Pass 18 Nov 2025 104,200 miles

Nearside Front Obligatory indirect vision device slightly damaged (3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 15 Nov 2024 97,589 miles

Nearside Front Obligatory indirect vision device slightly damaged (3.3 (b) (i))

Fail 15 Nov 2024 97,587 miles

Nearside Rear Brake lining(s) incorrectly mounted (1.1.13 (c)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Front Obligatory indirect vision device slightly damaged (3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 23 Nov 2023 90,298 miles

Nearside Front Obligatory indirect vision device slightly damaged (3.3 (b) (i))

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

Pass 31 Oct 2022 80,920 miles

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

Nearside Non obligatory mirror damaged ()

Fail 31 Oct 2022 80,920 miles

Offside Side repeater not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

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

Nearside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

Nearside Non obligatory mirror damaged ()

Pass 1 Nov 2021 72,150 miles

Nearside Obligatory mirror slightly damaged (3.3 (b) (i))

Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Pass 24 Nov 2020 65,255 miles

nearside door mirror glass cracked

Fail 11 Nov 2020 65,220 miles

Electronic stability control warning lamp indicates a fault (7.12 (e))

nearside door mirror glass cracked

Pass 2 May 2019 53,753 miles

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

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

nearside door mirror glass cracked

traction control turned off

Pass 8 May 2018 38,438 miles

nearside door mirror glass cracked

Fail 8 May 2018 38,438 miles

Electronic stability system warning lamp indicates a fault (3.4.1c)

nearside door mirror glass cracked

Pass 12 May 2017 28,728 miles

Engine and under covers fitted preventing full inspection

Traction control light on

Pass 13 May 2016 21,010 miles
Pass 18 May 2015 15,592 miles
Fail 15 May 2015 15,592 miles

Electronic stability system warning lamp indicates a fault (3.4.1c)

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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GU12 TMY is a 2012 Volvo XC90 in Black with a 2,400cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 68.8%.

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 GU12 TMY, 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

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What year was GU12 TMY registered?

GU12 TMY is a 2012 Volvo XC90, first registered on 12 May 2012.

Is GU12 TMY safe to buy?

The MOT history for GU12 TMY shows 16 tests with a 68.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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