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VK12 XNV

2012 Volvo S60

Blue Diesel 1560cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires8 Jan 2022
Tests16 (13 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate81.3%

Mileage

356,258 mi
Last recorded356,258 miles
Recorded on9 Jan 2021
Typical for 2012 Volvo S6079,609 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationVK12 XNV
MakeVolvo
ModelS60
Year2012
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,560cc

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MOT History

13 pass 3 fail
Pass 9 Jan 2021 356,258 miles

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

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

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Fail 9 Jan 2021 356,258 miles

Front Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

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

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

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

Steering rack has excessive free play detected at the steering wheel (steering rack fitted) (2.3 (a) (i))

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

Nearside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

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

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 6 Jul 2020 339,199 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 30 Dec 2019 314,524 miles

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

N/S/F None obligatory mirror slightly damage

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

Offside Front Inner Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Pass 3 Jul 2019 277,608 miles
Pass 20 Jun 2019 272,939 miles
Pass 20 Dec 2018 222,321 miles

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 3mm & worn uneven inner edge (5.2.3 (e))

engine cover/undertray fitted

Fail 19 Dec 2018 222,231 miles

Offside Steering rack gaiter missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 3mm & worn uneven inner edge (5.2.3 (e))

engine cover/undertray fitted

Pass 21 Jun 2018 189,888 miles
Pass 10 Jan 2018 147,151 miles
Pass 11 Jul 2017 111,388 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 5 Jan 2017 103,310 miles
Fail 5 Jan 2017 103,310 miles

Nearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Pass 8 Jul 2016 83,445 miles

Nearside Front tyre worn on inner edge

Nearside Rear tyre feathered

Offside Front tyre worn on inner edge

Pass 5 Apr 2016 81,078 miles

both front tyres worn on inner shoulder areas

Pass 13 Apr 2015 64,139 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Front Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

emissions to clean to register

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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VK12 XNV is a 2012 Volvo S60 in Blue with a 1,560cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.3%.

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 VK12 XNV, 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.

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What year was VK12 XNV registered?

VK12 XNV is a 2012 Volvo S60, first registered on 27 April 2012.

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