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SNZ 7278

2012 Volvo XC60

Black Petrol 2953cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires31 Oct 2026
Tests14 (12 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

38,984 mi
Last recorded38,984 miles
Recorded on31 Oct 2025
Typical for 2012 Volvo XC6081,408 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSNZ 7278
MakeVolvo
ModelXC60
Year2012
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,953cc

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MOT History

12 pass 2 fail
Pass 31 Oct 2025 38,984 miles

Nearside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))

Offside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Pass 18 Oct 2024 36,239 miles
Pass 1 Nov 2023 34,185 miles
Fail 31 Oct 2023 34,184 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 31 Oct 2022 31,655 miles
Pass 20 Oct 2021 28,896 miles

Nearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))

Nearside Front 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 23 Oct 2020 27,114 miles

Nearside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))

Nearside Front 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 29 Oct 2019 24,630 miles
Pass 16 Oct 2018 22,453 miles
Pass 25 Oct 2017 19,580 miles
Pass 11 Oct 2016 16,827 miles
Pass 14 Apr 2016 14,881 miles
Pass 1 May 2015 10,327 miles
Fail 1 May 2015 10,327 miles

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

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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SNZ 7278 is a 2012 Volvo XC60 in Black with a 2,953cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

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 performed better than the average for its year.

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 SNZ 7278, 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 SNZ 7278 registered?

SNZ 7278 is a 2012 Volvo XC60, first registered on 9 May 2012.

Is SNZ 7278 safe to buy?

The MOT history for SNZ 7278 shows 14 tests with a 85.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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