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LM62 VXD

2012 Volvo XC70

Black Diesel 2400cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires18 Apr 2027
Tests17 (12 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate70.6%

Mileage

135,121 mi
Last recorded135,121 miles
Recorded on13 Apr 2026
Typical for 2012 Volvo XC7079,496 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLM62 VXD
MakeVolvo
ModelXC70
Year2012
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,400cc

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MOT History

12 pass 5 fail
Pass 13 Apr 2026 135,121 miles

Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Pass 20 Mar 2025 129,633 miles
Fail 11 Mar 2025 129,632 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))

Offside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

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

Pass 19 Apr 2024 126,758 miles

Offside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Pass 19 Apr 2023 122,789 miles
Pass 11 Jul 2022 118,452 miles
Pass 17 May 2021 96,816 miles

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

Pass 30 Sep 2020 92,015 miles

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

Fail 30 Sep 2020 92,014 miles

Nearside Headlamp cleaning device for LED or HID headlamp inoperative (4.1.6 (a) (ii))

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

Fail 29 Sep 2020 92,014 miles

Nearside Headlamp cleaning device for LED or HID headlamp inoperative (4.1.6 (a) (ii))

Nearside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

Offside Headlamp cleaning device for LED or HID headlamp inoperative (4.1.6 (a) (ii))

Offside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

Nearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

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

Pass 7 Oct 2019 83,064 miles

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

Pass 18 Sep 2018 74,022 miles
Pass 13 Oct 2017 63,584 miles
Pass 13 Oct 2016 48,395 miles
Fail 13 Oct 2016 48,392 miles

Nearside Steering rack gaiter insecure (2.2.D.2d)

Pass 25 Sep 2015 35,268 miles
Fail 18 Sep 2015 36,716 miles

Electronic stability system warning lamp indicates a fault (3.4.1c)

Service brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.C.1a)

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (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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LM62 VXD is a 2012 Volvo XC70 in Black with a 2,400cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 70.6%.

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 LM62 VXD, 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 LM62 VXD registered?

LM62 VXD is a 2012 Volvo XC70, first registered on 1 November 2012.

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