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VX61 KVM

2012 Volvo S80

White Diesel 2401cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires29 Jul 2027
Tests16 (12 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

146,037 mi
Last recorded146,037 miles
Recorded on30 Jul 2026
Typical for 2012 Volvo S8081,452 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationVX61 KVM
MakeVolvo
ModelS80
Year2012
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,401cc

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MOT History

12 pass 4 fail
Pass 30 Jul 2026 146,037 miles
Fail 11 Jul 2026 144,701 miles
Pass 12 Jun 2025 122,810 miles
Pass 21 Jun 2024 102,152 miles
Pass 31 May 2023 79,984 miles
Fail 20 May 2023 79,437 miles
Pass 19 May 2022 67,938 miles
Pass 17 May 2021 62,783 miles
Fail 17 May 2021 62,783 miles

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

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

Pass 17 Jan 2020 58,180 miles

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

undertrays obscuring inspection of some components

Pass 30 Jan 2019 55,477 miles
Fail 29 Jan 2019 55,477 miles

Nearside Front Brake hose excessively twisted (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Nearside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))

Offside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))

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 Jan 2018 52,895 miles
Pass 1 Feb 2017 47,182 miles

Power steering pipe(s) or hose(s) has slight seepage (2.3.3b)

under trays obscuring inspection of some components

Pass 13 Jan 2016 38,081 miles
Pass 20 Jan 2015 29,523 miles

How Reliable is the Volvo S80?

Based on 422,980 MOT tests across 31,257 vehicles.

73.3%
Pass Rate
7,037
Miles/Year
28
Year Lifespan
31,257
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 16,357
position lamp(s) not working 13,908
Registration plate lamp not working 9,544
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 6,715
Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement 5,783
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VX61 KVM is a 2012 Volvo S80 in White with a 2,401cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

Across all 2012 Volvo S80 models, the average MOT pass rate is 79.8% with a typical mileage of 81,452 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 S80 fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 16,357 recorded failures. If you're considering buying VX61 KVM, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Volvo S80 typically stays on UK roads for around 28 years. At 14 years old, this Volvo S80 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was VX61 KVM registered?

VX61 KVM is a 2012 Volvo S80, first registered on 1 February 2012.

Is VX61 KVM safe to buy?

The MOT history for VX61 KVM shows 16 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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