CarVerify

Free Car Check

R15 MKN

2012 Volvo XC60

Blue Diesel 2400cc
Search another vehicle

MOT Status

Valid
Expires1 Dec 2026
Tests14 (11 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate78.6%

Mileage

159,568 mi
Last recorded159,568 miles
Recorded on27 Nov 2025
Typical for 2012 Volvo XC6081,408 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

4 checks still locked for this Volvo
Stolen
Finance
Write-off
Keepers
Unlock full report — £4.99
Instant £30k guarantee
or single check £14.99

Not all car check providers offer a guarantee. Don't risk buying from services that can't back their data. CarVerify reports include a £30,000 finance data guarantee.

Vehicle Details

RegistrationR15 MKN
MakeVolvo
ModelXC60
Year2012
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,400cc

All premium checks include

50+ data points
Finance Check (Experian) Insurance Write-off Salvage Auction Stolen Check Previous Owners Ex-Taxi, Police, NHS Mileage Anomaly Import / Export Scrapped Check Plate Changes

MOT History

11 pass 3 fail
Pass 27 Nov 2025 159,568 miles
Fail 27 Nov 2025 159,568 miles

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 22 Nov 2024 148,835 miles
Pass 22 Nov 2023 138,543 miles
Pass 25 Nov 2022 127,881 miles
Pass 2 Dec 2021 116,259 miles
Pass 25 Nov 2020 103,975 miles
Pass 13 May 2019 89,425 miles
Pass 11 May 2018 79,206 miles

Engine undercover fitted obscuring some underside components

Nearside rear trailing arm bush splitting (no excessive movement)

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit 3mm (inner edge) (4.1.E.1)

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit 2mm (inner edge) (4.1.E.1)

Offside rear trailing arm bush splitting (no excessive movement)

Fail 9 May 2018 79,206 miles

Offside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)

Coolant leak from radiator

Engine undercover fitted obscuring some underside components

Nearside rear trailing arm bush splitting (no excessive movement)

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit 3mm (inner edge) (4.1.E.1)

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit 2mm (inner edge) (4.1.E.1)

Offside rear trailing arm bush splitting (no excessive movement)

Pass 16 May 2017 68,693 miles

Engine cover fitted

Undertrays fitted

Fail 16 May 2017 68,693 miles

Rear brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Engine cover fitted

Undertrays fitted

Pass 30 May 2016 53,016 miles
Pass 8 May 2015 34,571 miles

How Reliable is the Volvo XC60?

Based on 944,286 MOT tests across 100,002 vehicles.

83.0%
Pass Rate
8,092
Miles/Year
17
Year Lifespan
100,002
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 4,822
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 3,337
Full Volvo XC60 reliability report

Don't risk it. Know before you buy.

Not all vehicle check providers are the same. Some don't offer a data guarantee, which means if their information is wrong, you're on your own. Every CarVerify report is backed by a £30,000 finance data guarantee.

£30k guarantee Instant results Cancel anytime

R15 MKN is a 2012 Volvo XC60 in Blue with a 2,400cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.6%.

Across all 2012 Volvo XC60 models, the average MOT pass rate is 79.7% with a typical mileage of 81,408 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 XC60 fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 4,822 recorded failures. If you're considering buying R15 MKN, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Volvo XC60 typically stays on UK roads for around 17 years. At 14 years old, this Volvo XC60 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of R15 MKN?

You can check the full history of R15 MKN by running a full vehicle check. This shows you finance, stolen, write-off, MOT history, mileage records and more.

What year was R15 MKN registered?

R15 MKN is a 2012 Volvo XC60, first registered on 31 May 2012.

Is R15 MKN safe to buy?

The MOT history for R15 MKN shows 14 tests with a 78.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does R15 MKN have outstanding finance?

Finance checks require a premium vehicle report. This checks against all major UK finance providers to see if there is any outstanding finance on R15 MKN. If you buy a car with outstanding finance, the finance company can repossess it.

No warranty or guarantee of accuracy is provided for any free data on this page. The data guarantee applies only to information obtained through the purchase of a full check.