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LG55 GAR

2012 Volvo XC70

Black Diesel 2401cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires16 Jun 2026
Tests12 (10 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

85,302 mi
Last recorded85,302 miles
Recorded on17 Jun 2025
Typical for 2012 Volvo XC7079,496 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLG55 GAR
MakeVolvo
ModelXC70
Year2012
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,401cc

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MOT History

10 pass 2 fail
Pass 17 Jun 2025 85,302 miles
Pass 13 Jun 2024 71,664 miles
Pass 13 Mar 2023 50,498 miles
Pass 25 Feb 2022 40,020 miles
Pass 22 Dec 2020 39,892 miles

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

Pass 20 Dec 2019 37,613 miles
Fail 23 May 2019 37,598 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Nearside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))

Offside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))

Nearside Front Steering linkage ball joint worn to the extent there is a serious risk of detachment (2.1.3 (b) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Front Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))

Offside Front Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))

Pass 16 May 2018 32,939 miles

Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

Pass 18 May 2017 27,895 miles
Fail 17 May 2017 27,893 miles

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

Pass 25 May 2016 23,767 miles
Pass 27 May 2015 19,269 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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LG55 GAR is a 2012 Volvo XC70 in Black with a 2,401cc 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 LG55 GAR, 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 LG55 GAR registered?

LG55 GAR is a 2012 Volvo XC70, first registered on 29 May 2012.

Is LG55 GAR safe to buy?

The MOT history for LG55 GAR 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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