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EX62 XAE

2012 Volvo XC70

Blue Diesel 2400cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires9 Sep 2026
Tests15 (11 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate73.3%

Mileage

140,466 mi
Last recorded140,466 miles
Recorded on10 Sep 2025
Typical for 2012 Volvo XC7079,496 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationEX62 XAE
MakeVolvo
ModelXC70
Year2012
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,400cc

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MOT History

11 pass 4 fail
Pass 10 Sep 2025 140,466 miles
Pass 8 Nov 2024 134,052 miles
Pass 1 Nov 2023 118,250 miles
Pass 15 Nov 2022 100,864 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge worn to 3mm and worn on both edges (5.2.3 (e))

Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both tyres worn to 3mm (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 14 Dec 2021 87,618 miles

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

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

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

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

Fail 7 Dec 2021 87,436 miles

Nearside Front Tyre tread pattern not visible over the whole tread area when minimum depth required is 1.0mm 235/50/18 (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Offside Front Tyre tread pattern not visible over the whole tread area when minimum depth required is 1.0mm 235-50-18 (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

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

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

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

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

Pass 24 Dec 2020 79,587 miles
Pass 23 Dec 2019 71,900 miles
Pass 4 Jan 2019 59,538 miles
Pass 15 Dec 2017 51,421 miles
Pass 6 Jan 2017 43,519 miles
Fail 4 Jan 2017 43,519 miles

Brake pedal anti-slip provision incomplete (3.3.A.1b)

Nearside Front Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)

Fail 19 Oct 2016 43,514 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)

Offside Rear Nail in tyre ()

Pass 9 Oct 2015 32,894 miles

Nearside Front tyre worn on inner edge 235/50/18v

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin inner pads close to limit (3.5.1g)

Fail 9 Oct 2015 32,894 miles

Nearside Front tyre worn on inner edge 235/50/18v

Nearside Headlamp aim too low adjusted (1.8)

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin inner pads close to limit (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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EX62 XAE is a 2012 Volvo XC70 in Blue with a 2,400cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 73.3%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 EX62 XAE, 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 EX62 XAE registered?

EX62 XAE is a 2012 Volvo XC70, first registered on 27 September 2012.

Is EX62 XAE safe to buy?

The MOT history for EX62 XAE shows 15 tests with a 73.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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