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GV12 NBK

2012 Volvo XC60

Grey Diesel 2400cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires27 Feb 2027
Tests16 (11 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate68.8%

Mileage

88,243 mi
Last recorded88,243 miles
Recorded on24 Feb 2026
Typical for 2012 Volvo XC6081,408 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGV12 NBK
MakeVolvo
ModelXC60
Year2012
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,400cc

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MOT History

11 pass 5 fail
Pass 24 Feb 2026 88,243 miles

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

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

Pass 28 Feb 2025 85,173 miles
Fail 21 Feb 2025 85,163 miles

Offside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Fail 31 Jan 2025 85,151 miles

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

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

Pass 1 Feb 2024 84,126 miles

Steering column top bearing slightly worn (2.2.2 (b))

Fail 1 Feb 2024 84,126 miles

Offside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Outer Track rod end ball joint dust cover excessively damaged or deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))

Steering column top bearing slightly worn (2.2.2 (b))

Pass 19 Jan 2023 77,266 miles
Fail 19 Jan 2023 77,266 miles

Rear Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements No longer reflective (0.1 (d))

Pass 18 Jan 2022 71,507 miles

Steering column top bearing slightly worn (2.2.2 (b))

Fail 18 Jan 2022 71,507 miles

Rear Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements Background is non reflective (0.1 (d))

Steering column top bearing slightly worn (2.2.2 (b))

Pass 6 Jan 2021 65,055 miles

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

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

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

Pass 25 Jul 2019 57,430 miles
Pass 26 Jun 2018 45,392 miles
Pass 3 Jul 2017 35,654 miles
Pass 4 Jul 2016 26,143 miles
Pass 17 Jun 2015 20,177 miles

Too clean to trigger exhaust emission machine to give a reading

How Reliable is the Volvo XC60?

Based on 944,286 MOT tests across 100,002 vehicles.

83.0%
Pass Rate
8,092
Miles/Year
17
Year Lifespan
100,002
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 4,822
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 3,337
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GV12 NBK is a 2012 Volvo XC60 in Grey 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 XC60 models, the average MOT pass rate is 79.7% with a typical mileage of 81,408 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 XC60 fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 4,822 recorded failures. If you're considering buying GV12 NBK, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Volvo XC60 typically stays on UK roads for around 17 years. At 14 years old, this Volvo XC60 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was GV12 NBK registered?

GV12 NBK is a 2012 Volvo XC60, first registered on 5 July 2012.

Is GV12 NBK safe to buy?

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