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LX12 ZGG

2012 Volvo V70

Grey Diesel 1560cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires19 Oct 2026
Tests15 (12 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

131,934 mi
Last recorded131,934 miles
Recorded on2 Oct 2025
Typical for 2012 Volvo V7089,810 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLX12 ZGG
MakeVolvo
ModelV70
Year2012
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,560cc

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MOT History

12 pass 3 fail
Pass 2 Oct 2025 131,934 miles
Fail 29 Sep 2025 131,923 miles

Nearside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

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

Offside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

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

Pass 16 Oct 2024 113,922 miles

Offside Rear Tyre obviously under inflated (5.2.3 (l))

Pass 20 Oct 2023 98,544 miles

Nearside Rear Shock absorbers has a reduced damping effect (5.3.2 (d))

Offside Rear Shock absorbers has a reduced damping effect (5.3.2 (d))

all brake discs slightly worn

Fail 19 Oct 2023 98,540 miles

Exhaust emissions exceed default limit of 1.5m-1 (8.2.2.2 (b))

Exhaust on a vehicle fitted with a diesel particulate filter emits visible smoke of any colour (8.2.2.2 (d))

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

Nearside Rear Shock absorbers has a reduced damping effect (5.3.2 (d))

Offside Rear Shock absorbers has a reduced damping effect (5.3.2 (d))

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

all brake discs slightly worn

Pass 12 Oct 2022 85,603 miles
Pass 7 Feb 2022 82,363 miles
Pass 8 Feb 2021 78,894 miles
Fail 8 Feb 2021 78,889 miles

Exhaust emissions exceed default limit of 1.5m-1 (8.2.2.2 (b))

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

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

Pass 5 Feb 2020 77,337 miles

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing 245/45/17 (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 14 Feb 2019 73,887 miles
Pass 15 Mar 2018 64,656 miles
Pass 10 Jan 2017 54,559 miles
Pass 27 Jan 2016 42,163 miles
Pass 25 Mar 2015 29,905 miles

How Reliable is the Volvo V70?

Based on 1,930,508 MOT tests across 117,393 vehicles.

71.0%
Pass Rate
7,266
Miles/Year
29
Year Lifespan
117,393
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 67,106
position lamp(s) not working 56,250
Registration plate lamp not working 44,172
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 35,659
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 30,149
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LX12 ZGG is a 2012 Volvo V70 in Grey with a 1,560cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

Across all 2012 Volvo V70 models, the average MOT pass rate is 79.5% with a typical mileage of 89,810 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Volvo V70 fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 67,106 recorded failures. If you're considering buying LX12 ZGG, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Volvo V70 typically stays on UK roads for around 29 years. At 14 years old, this Volvo V70 is still in the earlier part of its expected life.

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What year was LX12 ZGG registered?

LX12 ZGG is a 2012 Volvo V70, first registered on 8 March 2012.

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