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HY12 VJV

2012 Volvo XC90

Black Diesel 2401cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires11 Aug 2025
Tests11 (10 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate90.9%

Mileage

183,303 mi
Last recorded183,303 miles
Recorded on12 Aug 2024
Typical for 2012 Volvo XC9079,964 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHY12 VJV
MakeVolvo
ModelXC90
Year2012
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,401cc

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MOT History

10 pass 1 fail
Pass 12 Aug 2024 183,303 miles
Pass 26 Sep 2023 175,738 miles

lower arm bushes weak

Pass 23 Sep 2022 161,272 miles

suspension corroded

Pass 20 Sep 2021 145,543 miles
Pass 25 Sep 2020 129,437 miles

o/s dip beam poor

Pass 10 Sep 2019 112,425 miles

Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Pass 3 May 2018 96,101 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush wishbone rear bush (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Offside Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Offside Rear Tie bar/rod damaged but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)

Pass 20 Mar 2017 80,184 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush wishbone rear bush (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush wishbone rear bush (2.4.G.2)

Pass 18 Apr 2016 64,829 miles

Nearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Offside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit and has a cut in outer sidewall (4.1.E.1)

Fail 18 Apr 2016 64,829 miles

Centre Rear Passenger's seat cannot be secured in the upright position. (6.2.A.2)

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

Nearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Offside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Nearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Offside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit and has a cut in outer sidewall (4.1.E.1)

Pass 30 Mar 2015 48,309 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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HY12 VJV is a 2012 Volvo XC90 in Black with a 2,401cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90.9%.

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 performed better than the average for its year.

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 HY12 VJV, 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 HY12 VJV registered?

HY12 VJV is a 2012 Volvo XC90, first registered on 30 March 2012.

Is HY12 VJV safe to buy?

The MOT history for HY12 VJV shows 11 tests with a 90.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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