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LR12 XWY

2012 Volvo XC90

Black Diesel 2400cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires4 Feb 2027
Tests16 (12 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

151,882 mi
Last recorded151,882 miles
Recorded on5 Feb 2026
Typical for 2012 Volvo XC9079,964 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLR12 XWY
MakeVolvo
ModelXC90
Year2012
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,400cc

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MOT History

12 pass 4 fail
Pass 5 Feb 2026 151,882 miles

Headlamp lens slightly defective both (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Rear Park brake effort low

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both sides (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured both sides (4.4.3 (a))

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

Side repeater slightly discoloured both sides (4.4.3 (a))

Fail 27 Jan 2026 151,526 miles

Nearside Headlamp levelling device inoperative (4.1.5 (a))

Offside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))

Headlamp lens slightly defective both (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Rear Park brake effort low

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both sides (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured both sides (4.4.3 (a))

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

Side repeater slightly discoloured both sides (4.4.3 (a))

Pass 19 Mar 2025 140,079 miles

Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Fail 10 Mar 2025 140,052 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has a lump, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Rear 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))

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

Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 8 Mar 2024 130,207 miles
Pass 7 Mar 2023 118,904 miles
Pass 9 Mar 2022 105,215 miles

Parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.4.2 (a) (i))

Pass 11 Dec 2020 90,875 miles
Pass 15 Jun 2019 77,944 miles
Fail 15 Jun 2019 77,944 miles

Nearside Front Road wheel fixing missing (5.2.1 (a) (i))

Pass 16 Jun 2018 72,825 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Front (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Front (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 21 Dec 2017 69,894 miles

Offside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Pass 22 Dec 2016 64,304 miles
Fail 22 Dec 2016 64,304 miles

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

Pass 6 Jan 2016 57,242 miles
Pass 19 Mar 2015 45,893 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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LR12 XWY 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 75%.

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 LR12 XWY, 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.

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What year was LR12 XWY registered?

LR12 XWY is a 2012 Volvo XC90, first registered on 11 April 2012.

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