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SM62 GZE

2012 Volvo XC60

Black Diesel 1984cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires15 Oct 2026
Tests14 (11 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate78.6%

Mileage

70,071 mi
Last recorded70,071 miles
Recorded on6 Oct 2025
Typical for 2012 Volvo XC6081,408 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSM62 GZE
MakeVolvo
ModelXC60
Year2012
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,984cc

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MOT History

11 pass 3 fail
Pass 6 Oct 2025 70,071 miles
Pass 1 Oct 2024 66,776 miles
Fail 1 Oct 2024 66,776 miles

Nearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))

Offside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))

Pass 3 Oct 2023 63,221 miles
Pass 4 Oct 2022 60,101 miles
Pass 12 Oct 2021 56,604 miles

Nearside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

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

Offside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 9 Oct 2020 53,649 miles
Fail 9 Oct 2020 53,649 miles

Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

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

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

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

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

Pass 1 Oct 2019 49,261 miles
Pass 15 Oct 2018 42,992 miles
Pass 16 Oct 2017 36,083 miles

some perishing on rear tyres

Pass 11 Oct 2016 28,771 miles
Fail 11 Oct 2016 28,771 miles

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

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

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

Pass 12 Oct 2015 21,629 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
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SM62 GZE is a 2012 Volvo XC60 in Black with a 1,984cc 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 SM62 GZE, 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.

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What year was SM62 GZE registered?

SM62 GZE is a 2012 Volvo XC60, first registered on 30 November 2012.

Is SM62 GZE safe to buy?

The MOT history for SM62 GZE 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.

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