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PY62 DGV

2012 Volvo XC70

Black Diesel 2400cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires13 Jul 2026
Tests16 (11 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate68.8%

Mileage

139,919 mi
Last recorded139,919 miles
Recorded on3 Jul 2025
Typical for 2012 Volvo XC7079,496 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationPY62 DGV
MakeVolvo
ModelXC70
Year2012
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,400cc

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MOT History

11 pass 5 fail
Pass 3 Jul 2025 139,919 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords deep cut in tread (5.2.3 (d) (i))

handbrake efficiency poor

rear brake discs corroded

rear indicators pale

Fail 3 Jul 2025 139,919 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords deep cut in tread (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Offside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

handbrake efficiency poor

rear brake discs corroded

rear indicators pale

Pass 3 Jul 2024 131,023 miles

Offside Front Nail in tyre ()

Offside Front tyre worn inner edge and has cuts in tread

Offside Rear Nail in tyre ()

Rear exhaust y section corroded

Rear tyres have cuts in tread

grease residue around inside nearside front wheel area

Fail 27 Jun 2024 130,783 miles

Nearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))

Nearside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Offside Front Nail in tyre ()

Offside Front tyre worn inner edge and has cuts in tread

Offside Rear Nail in tyre ()

Rear exhaust y section corroded

Rear tyres have cuts in tread

grease residue around inside nearside front wheel area

Pass 12 Jul 2023 121,091 miles

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

front tyres wearing unevenly

Pass 15 Jun 2022 108,561 miles

rear coil springs starting to corrode

Pass 6 Jul 2021 98,217 miles

front tyres wearing unevenly with cuts in tread

rear coil springs corroded

rear tyres wearing unevenly on edges

Fail 6 Jul 2021 98,217 miles

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

front tyres wearing unevenly with cuts in tread

rear coil springs corroded

rear tyres wearing unevenly on edges

Pass 14 Jul 2020 91,055 miles

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Both (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Offside Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))

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

Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured Both (4.4.3 (a))

Pass 30 May 2019 83,974 miles

Offside Front Steering linkage ball joint ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))

Pass 11 Sep 2018 81,554 miles

Nearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Offside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Pass 12 Sep 2017 64,981 miles
Fail 12 Sep 2017 64,981 miles

Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Pass 28 Sep 2016 43,581 miles
Fail 28 Sep 2016 43,581 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Pass 26 Nov 2015 35,186 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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PY62 DGV is a 2012 Volvo XC70 in Black with a 2,400cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 68.8%.

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 PY62 DGV, 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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PY62 DGV is a 2012 Volvo XC70, first registered on 29 November 2012.

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