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LT12 SMU

2012 Volvo XC90

Silver Diesel 2401cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires2 Mar 2027
Tests13 (12 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.3%

Mileage

54,191 mi
Last recorded54,191 miles
Recorded on25 Feb 2026
Typical for 2012 Volvo XC9079,964 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLT12 SMU
MakeVolvo
ModelXC90
Year2012
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,401cc

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MOT History

12 pass 1 fail
Pass 25 Feb 2026 54,191 miles
Pass 12 Feb 2025 49,734 miles
Pass 20 Feb 2024 45,722 miles

Front Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))

Pass 2 Mar 2023 42,914 miles
Fail 2 Mar 2023 42,914 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Pass 2 Mar 2022 40,610 miles
Pass 24 Feb 2021 37,272 miles
Pass 24 Feb 2020 34,706 miles
Pass 27 Feb 2019 30,380 miles

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

Pass 20 Feb 2018 25,298 miles
Pass 7 Feb 2017 21,745 miles
Pass 23 Feb 2016 17,200 miles
Pass 26 Feb 2015 12,159 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

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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LT12 SMU is a 2012 Volvo XC90 in Silver with a 2,401cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.3%.

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 LT12 SMU, 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

How do I check the history of LT12 SMU?

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What year was LT12 SMU registered?

LT12 SMU is a 2012 Volvo XC90, first registered on 2 March 2012.

Is LT12 SMU safe to buy?

The MOT history for LT12 SMU shows 13 tests with a 92.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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