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CX12 TAU

2012 Volvo XC70

Blue Diesel 2400cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires23 Feb 2027
Tests12 (12 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

101,207 mi
Last recorded101,207 miles
Recorded on16 Feb 2026
Typical for 2012 Volvo XC7079,496 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationCX12 TAU
MakeVolvo
ModelXC70
Year2012
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,400cc

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MOT History

12 pass
Pass 16 Feb 2026 101,207 miles
Pass 24 Feb 2025 94,734 miles

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

Pass 26 Mar 2024 88,821 miles

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

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

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

Pass 6 Mar 2023 81,508 miles
Pass 21 Mar 2022 75,104 miles
Pass 3 Mar 2021 69,399 miles
Pass 5 Mar 2020 62,834 miles
Pass 4 Mar 2019 56,223 miles
Pass 15 Mar 2018 49,325 miles
Pass 9 Mar 2017 41,423 miles
Pass 22 Mar 2016 31,022 miles

Front wipers in poor condition

Middle rear seatbelt stiff to release

covers fitted to engine and under car

Pass 2 Mar 2015 20,674 miles

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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CX12 TAU is a 2012 Volvo XC70 in Blue with a 2,400cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 CX12 TAU, 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 CX12 TAU registered?

CX12 TAU is a 2012 Volvo XC70, first registered on 26 March 2012.

Is CX12 TAU safe to buy?

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