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GV61 DXC

2012 Volvo XC60

Grey Diesel 1984cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires14 Feb 2027
Tests15 (12 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

114,224 mi
Last recorded114,224 miles
Recorded on29 Jan 2026
Typical for 2012 Volvo XC6081,408 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGV61 DXC
MakeVolvo
ModelXC60
Year2012
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,984cc

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MOT History

12 pass 3 fail
Pass 29 Jan 2026 114,224 miles
Pass 24 Jan 2025 108,948 miles
Pass 26 Jan 2024 105,325 miles

Nearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Fail 25 Jan 2024 105,325 miles

Offside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 7 Feb 2023 100,561 miles

Nearside Rear Nail in tyre not repairable ()

Offside Front 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))

Fail 7 Feb 2023 100,561 miles

Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively both wiper blades (3.4 (b) (ii))

Nearside Rear Nail in tyre not repairable ()

Offside Front 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 8 Feb 2022 94,475 miles

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

Rear Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play Both (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 11 Feb 2021 89,184 miles
Pass 13 Feb 2020 83,646 miles
Pass 12 Feb 2019 76,946 miles
Pass 30 Jan 2018 71,162 miles

Front wipers smearing

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 6 Feb 2017 65,886 miles
Fail 6 Feb 2017 65,886 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed Cut in tread (4.1.D.1b)

Nearside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed Cut in tread (4.1.D.1b)

Offside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed Cut in tread (4.1.D.1b)

Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Pass 4 Feb 2016 53,321 miles
Pass 5 Feb 2015 40,095 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

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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GV61 DXC is a 2012 Volvo XC60 in Grey with a 1,984cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 performed better than the average for its year.

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 GV61 DXC, 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 GV61 DXC registered?

GV61 DXC is a 2012 Volvo XC60, first registered on 14 February 2012.

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