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FY12 GMG

2012 Volvo XC70

White Diesel 2401cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires29 Aug 2026
Tests15 (12 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

137,032 mi
Last recorded137,032 miles
Recorded on4 Aug 2025
Typical for 2012 Volvo XC7079,496 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFY12 GMG
MakeVolvo
ModelXC70
Year2012
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,401cc

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MOT History

12 pass 3 fail
Pass 4 Aug 2025 137,032 miles
Fail 4 Aug 2025 137,032 miles

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm n/s front tyre devoid of tread on edges (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm o/s front tyre devoid of tread on inner edge (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Pass 28 Aug 2024 133,765 miles
Pass 30 Aug 2023 129,603 miles
Fail 10 Aug 2023 129,443 miles

Offside Side repeater with a multiple light source more than 1/2 not functioning (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 15 Aug 2022 124,503 miles
Fail 5 Aug 2022 124,503 miles

Nearside Rear Rear reflector defective or damaged by more than 50% of the reflecting surface (4.8.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover excessively damaged or deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))

Pass 5 Aug 2021 117,234 miles
Pass 20 Jul 2020 110,031 miles

o/s front tyre slightly worn on inner edge

Pass 7 Aug 2019 103,048 miles

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

Pass 10 Aug 2018 94,423 miles
Pass 6 Nov 2017 89,965 miles
Pass 19 Dec 2016 78,381 miles
Pass 21 Dec 2015 63,343 miles
Pass 19 Jan 2015 49,249 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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FY12 GMG is a 2012 Volvo XC70 in White with a 2,401cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 FY12 GMG, 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.

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What year was FY12 GMG registered?

FY12 GMG is a 2012 Volvo XC70, first registered on 1 March 2012.

Is FY12 GMG safe to buy?

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