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NX12 UAG

2012 Volvo XC90

Black Diesel 2400cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires9 Apr 2027
Tests16 (13 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate81.3%

Mileage

122,936 mi
Last recorded122,936 miles
Recorded on10 Apr 2026
Typical for 2012 Volvo XC9079,964 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationNX12 UAG
MakeVolvo
ModelXC90
Year2012
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,400cc

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MOT History

13 pass 3 fail
Pass 10 Apr 2026 122,936 miles
Pass 7 Apr 2025 119,684 miles

Front Track rod end slightly misaligned Both side (2.1.3 (e))

Pass 28 Mar 2024 118,570 miles

Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both front suspension arms rear bushes slightly worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b) (ii))

Pass 11 Mar 2023 117,439 miles
Pass 18 Mar 2022 114,293 miles

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

Offside Front Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Offside Front tyre starting to wear outer edge

Offside Obligatory mirror slightly loose (3.3 (b) (i))

parking brake effort only just met requirements

Pass 19 Mar 2021 111,287 miles
Fail 17 Mar 2021 111,239 miles

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

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

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

Offside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 14 Mar 2020 104,277 miles

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2mm across tread (5.2.3 (e))

Play in steering rack inner joint(s) Both sides ()

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Fail 11 Mar 2020 104,216 miles

Offside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Side repeater not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2mm across tread (5.2.3 (e))

Play in steering rack inner joint(s) Both sides ()

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 29 Mar 2019 91,497 miles
Fail 28 Mar 2019 91,470 miles

Parking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))

Parking brake lever has excessive movement indicating incorrect adjustment (1.1.6 (c))

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too high Done Via PRS (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 12 Mar 2018 77,314 miles
Pass 23 Mar 2017 62,926 miles
Pass 15 Mar 2016 48,826 miles
Pass 22 Apr 2015 36,220 miles
Pass 12 Mar 2015 35,979 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

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

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

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

o/s and n/s front brake pads low

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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NX12 UAG 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 81.3%.

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 NX12 UAG, 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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NX12 UAG is a 2012 Volvo XC90, first registered on 16 March 2012.

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