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NV61 NSZ

2012 Volvo S60

Black Diesel 1560cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires13 Dec 2026
Tests13 (12 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.3%

Mileage

159,790 mi
Last recorded159,790 miles
Recorded on4 Dec 2025
Typical for 2012 Volvo S6079,609 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationNV61 NSZ
MakeVolvo
ModelS60
Year2012
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,560cc

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MOT History

12 pass 1 fail
Pass 4 Dec 2025 159,790 miles

Central Rear Upper Stop lamp(s) non-obligatory stop lamp not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 30 Nov 2024 155,651 miles
Pass 1 Dec 2023 149,076 miles
Pass 19 Nov 2022 144,875 miles
Pass 3 Dec 2021 136,507 miles

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

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

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

Pass 14 Dec 2020 127,652 miles
Pass 29 Nov 2019 117,258 miles
Pass 1 Dec 2018 96,123 miles

Offside Front tyre worn on edge 235/40/18

Fail 1 Dec 2018 96,113 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))

Offside Front tyre worn on edge 235/40/18

Pass 10 Nov 2017 64,251 miles
Pass 6 Dec 2016 59,473 miles

under trays fitted

Pass 7 Dec 2015 52,120 miles

under trays fitted

Pass 8 Dec 2014 43,155 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

How Reliable is the Volvo S60?

Based on 758,165 MOT tests across 54,544 vehicles.

73.2%
Pass Rate
7,442
Miles/Year
26
Year Lifespan
54,544
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 28,009
position lamp(s) not working 25,933
Registration plate lamp not working 17,709
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 16,040
parking brake recording little or no effort 10,865
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NV61 NSZ is a 2012 Volvo S60 in Black with a 1,560cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.3%.

Across all 2012 Volvo S60 models, the average MOT pass rate is 79.7% with a typical mileage of 79,609 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Volvo S60 fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 28,009 recorded failures. If you're considering buying NV61 NSZ, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Volvo S60 typically stays on UK roads for around 26 years. At 14 years old, this Volvo S60 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was NV61 NSZ registered?

NV61 NSZ is a 2012 Volvo S60, first registered on 20 January 2012.

Is NV61 NSZ safe to buy?

The MOT history for NV61 NSZ 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.

Does NV61 NSZ have outstanding finance?

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