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GV62 CVB

2012 Volvo XC70

Black Diesel 2400cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires23 Apr 2026
Tests12 (10 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

157,895 mi
Last recorded157,895 miles
Recorded on24 Apr 2025
Typical for 2012 Volvo XC7079,496 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGV62 CVB
MakeVolvo
ModelXC70
Year2012
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,400cc

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MOT History

10 pass 2 fail
Pass 24 Apr 2025 157,895 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 2 Apr 2024 135,500 miles

Nearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 7 Apr 2023 113,695 miles
Pass 16 Feb 2022 103,751 miles
Fail 16 Feb 2022 103,751 miles

Tyre has ply or cords exposed both front (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 12 Jan 2021 93,768 miles

Direction indicator slightly discoloured both rear (4.4.3 (a))

Pass 4 Dec 2019 84,156 miles

Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both front inner edges (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 29 Nov 2018 70,505 miles

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

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

o/s mirror cover damaged

Pass 5 Dec 2017 58,838 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 23 Nov 2016 42,169 miles

ADVISE WHEEL ALIGNMENT CHECKED & TYRE PRESSURES ALSO CHECKED

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit WORN ON EDGES POSS UNDER INFLATED (4.1.E.1)

Nearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Fail 23 Nov 2016 42,169 miles

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

ADVISE WHEEL ALIGNMENT CHECKED & TYRE PRESSURES ALSO CHECKED

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit WORN ON EDGES POSS UNDER INFLATED (4.1.E.1)

Nearside Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Nearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Offside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Rear registration plate dirty (6.3.1d)

Pass 20 Oct 2015 24,005 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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GV62 CVB is a 2012 Volvo XC70 in Black with a 2,400cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 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 GV62 CVB, 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 GV62 CVB registered?

GV62 CVB is a 2012 Volvo XC70, first registered on 18 December 2012.

Is GV62 CVB safe to buy?

The MOT history for GV62 CVB shows 12 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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