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YR12 BXM

2012 Volvo S80

Red Diesel 2401cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires12 Dec 2025
Tests12 (11 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate91.7%

Mileage

264,802 mi
Last recorded264,802 miles
Recorded on13 Dec 2024
Typical for 2012 Volvo S8081,452 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYR12 BXM
MakeVolvo
ModelS80
Year2012
ColourRed
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,401cc

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MOT History

11 pass 1 fail
Pass 13 Dec 2024 264,802 miles

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

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

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 15 Jan 2024 254,539 miles

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

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

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 10 Feb 2023 246,191 miles

Central Front Upper Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 2 Mar 2022 232,785 miles
Pass 2 Mar 2021 212,598 miles
Pass 29 Feb 2020 187,107 miles

Central Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

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

Pass 1 Mar 2019 174,095 miles
Pass 26 Feb 2018 167,624 miles

Offside Front Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

Fail 26 Feb 2018 167,619 miles

Front registration plate deteriorated (6.3.1d)

Nearside Front Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour two (1.4.A.2f)

Offside Front Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

Pass 1 Mar 2017 153,526 miles

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

Nearside Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Pass 1 Mar 2016 145,086 miles
Pass 29 Jan 2015 137,330 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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YR12 BXM is a 2012 Volvo S80 in Red with a 2,401cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 91.7%.

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 performed better than the average for its year.

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 YR12 BXM, 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.

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What year was YR12 BXM registered?

YR12 BXM is a 2012 Volvo S80, first registered on 14 March 2012.

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