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GV61 DXA

2012 Volvo XC90

Silver Diesel 2400cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires25 Apr 2027
Tests14 (11 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate78.6%

Mileage

114,828 mi
Last recorded114,828 miles
Recorded on23 Apr 2026
Typical for 2012 Volvo XC9079,964 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGV61 DXA
MakeVolvo
ModelXC90
Year2012
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,400cc

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MOT History

11 pass 3 fail
Pass 23 Apr 2026 114,828 miles

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

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

Pass 22 Apr 2025 108,729 miles
Pass 11 Apr 2024 102,895 miles
Pass 24 Apr 2023 95,229 miles
Fail 21 Apr 2023 95,193 miles

Headlamp aim too low both (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Rear Service brake grabbing severely (1.2.1 (c))

Offside Rear Service brake grabbing severely (1.2.1 (c))

Parking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))

surface corrosion to rear subframe

Pass 26 Apr 2022 86,341 miles
Pass 11 Dec 2020 73,284 miles
Pass 6 Jun 2019 61,560 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))

Fail 6 Jun 2019 61,557 miles

Offside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

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

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Also worn low on edge. (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

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

Pass 25 Jul 2018 57,216 miles
Pass 31 May 2017 54,222 miles

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Pass 13 Jun 2016 49,807 miles
Pass 1 Aug 2015 49,786 miles
Fail 31 Jul 2015 49,786 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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GV61 DXA is a 2012 Volvo XC90 in Silver with a 2,400cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.6%.

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 GV61 DXA, 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 GV61 DXA registered?

GV61 DXA is a 2012 Volvo XC90, first registered on 21 February 2012.

Is GV61 DXA safe to buy?

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