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N12 KTR

2008 Volvo XC90

Black Diesel 2400cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires9 Jan 2027
Tests25 (16 pass, 9 fail)
Pass rate64%

Mileage

128,071 mi
Last recorded128,071 miles
Recorded on9 Jan 2026
Typical for 2008 Volvo XC9097,953 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationN12 KTR
MakeVolvo
ModelXC90
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,400cc

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MOT History

16 pass 9 fail
Pass 9 Jan 2026 128,071 miles
Fail 9 Jan 2026 128,069 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 10 Jan 2025 119,890 miles
Pass 27 Mar 2024 113,717 miles

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

Fail 27 Mar 2024 113,704 miles

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

Offside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (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))

Pass 28 Mar 2023 110,176 miles
Fail 25 Mar 2023 110,175 miles

Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

Pass 23 Mar 2022 110,154 miles
Pass 24 Mar 2021 108,793 miles
Pass 24 Mar 2020 107,678 miles

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

Fail 24 Mar 2020 107,678 miles

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

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 20 Mar 2019 103,620 miles
Fail 19 Mar 2019 103,620 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))

Pass 26 Mar 2018 99,412 miles
Fail 26 Mar 2018 99,412 miles

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Pass 17 Mar 2017 94,582 miles
Fail 16 Mar 2017 94,582 miles

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

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

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

Pass 17 Mar 2016 86,380 miles
Pass 20 Mar 2015 73,541 miles

front tyres worn out on edges

Pass 14 Mar 2014 61,326 miles

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Fail 6 Mar 2014 60,959 miles

Nearside Rear Rear wheel bearing rough when rotated (2.6.1)

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Pass 11 Mar 2013 51,222 miles
Pass 29 Mar 2012 41,131 miles
Pass 9 Nov 2011 38,638 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

advise n/s wiper worn

advise o/s front pads worn

Fail 9 Nov 2011 38,635 miles

Nearside Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Nearside Front wheel bearing has excessive play (2.5.A.3c)

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

advise n/s wiper worn

advise o/s front pads worn

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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N12 KTR is a 2008 Volvo XC90 in Black with a 2,400cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 25 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 64%.

Across all 2008 Volvo XC90 models, the average MOT pass rate is 73.0% with a typical mileage of 97,953 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 N12 KTR, 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 18 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 N12 KTR registered?

N12 KTR is a 2008 Volvo XC90, first registered on 11 December 2008.

Is N12 KTR safe to buy?

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