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AK62 LXO

2012 Volvo XC70

Black Diesel 1984cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires24 Apr 2027
Tests13 (11 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate84.6%

Mileage

154,662 mi
Last recorded154,662 miles
Recorded on27 Mar 2026
Typical for 2012 Volvo XC7079,496 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAK62 LXO
MakeVolvo
ModelXC70
Year2012
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,984cc

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MOT History

11 pass 2 fail
Pass 27 Mar 2026 154,662 miles

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

Pass 25 Apr 2025 144,800 miles

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

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

Pass 25 Mar 2024 135,562 miles
Pass 12 Apr 2023 123,246 miles

Nearside Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))

Offside Rear Position lamp lens damaged

Pass 5 Apr 2022 114,370 miles
Fail 5 Apr 2022 114,365 miles

Rear Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements excessively deteriorated (0.1 (d))

Pass 8 Apr 2021 96,962 miles

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

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

Fail 31 Mar 2021 96,961 miles

Nearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

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

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

Pass 10 Mar 2020 82,462 miles

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

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

Pass 29 Mar 2019 68,322 miles

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

Pass 15 Mar 2018 59,551 miles

tyres wearing low

Pass 30 Mar 2017 50,209 miles

Nearside Front Valve stem slightly damaged (4.1.D.1e)

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

Offside Front Valve stem slightly damaged (4.1.D.1e)

Pass 17 Oct 2015 33,637 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

How Reliable is the Volvo XC70?

Based on 361,836 MOT tests across 23,034 vehicles.

76.9%
Pass Rate
7,931
Miles/Year
24
Year Lifespan
23,034
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

position lamp(s) not working 4,853
Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 4,268
Registration plate lamp not working 3,654
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 2,754
Track rod end ball joint has excessive play 2,697
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AK62 LXO is a 2012 Volvo XC70 in Black with a 1,984cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84.6%.

Across all 2012 Volvo XC70 models, the average MOT pass rate is 80.5% with a typical mileage of 79,496 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Volvo XC70 fails its MOT is position lamp(s) not working, accounting for 4,853 recorded failures. If you're considering buying AK62 LXO, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Volvo XC70 typically stays on UK roads for around 24 years. At 14 years old, this Volvo XC70 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was AK62 LXO registered?

AK62 LXO is a 2012 Volvo XC70, first registered on 23 October 2012.

Is AK62 LXO safe to buy?

The MOT history for AK62 LXO shows 13 tests with a 84.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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