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PY62 VMD

2012 Volvo XC70

Gold Diesel 2400cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires25 Sep 2026
Tests16 (11 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate68.8%

Mileage

117,478 mi
Last recorded117,478 miles
Recorded on27 Aug 2025
Typical for 2012 Volvo XC7079,496 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationPY62 VMD
MakeVolvo
ModelXC70
Year2012
ColourGold
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,400cc

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MOT History

11 pass 5 fail
Pass 27 Aug 2025 117,478 miles
Pass 28 Aug 2024 102,391 miles
Pass 20 Sep 2023 88,006 miles

Offside Rear Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))

Fail 20 Sep 2023 88,006 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 Rear Rear reflector defective or damaged by more than 50% of the reflecting surface (4.8.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Rear Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))

Pass 1 Sep 2022 73,282 miles

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

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

Pass 2 Sep 2021 66,543 miles

Nearside Rear tyre stepped tread inner

Offside Rear Inner tyre stepped tread inner

Fail 2 Sep 2021 66,543 miles

Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Nearside Rear tyre stepped tread inner

Offside Rear Inner tyre stepped tread inner

Pass 2 Sep 2020 60,222 miles
Fail 2 Sep 2020 60,222 miles

Offside Front Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault speed sensor (1.6 (b))

Pass 18 Sep 2019 53,014 miles

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

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

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

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

under trays fitted unable to fully inspect

Pass 21 Sep 2018 48,254 miles

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

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

Pass 15 Sep 2017 38,782 miles
Fail 15 Sep 2017 38,782 miles

Front Front suspension locking device missing (2.5.A.4)

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 20 Sep 2016 34,995 miles
Fail 20 Sep 2016 34,995 miles

Power steering fluid level below minimum (2.3.1)

Pass 16 Sep 2015 29,559 miles

Fitted undertrays obscure components

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 VMD is a 2012 Volvo XC70 in Gold 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 VMD, 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 PY62 VMD registered?

PY62 VMD is a 2012 Volvo XC70, first registered on 26 September 2012.

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