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SL62 MKC

2012 Volvo XC70

Green Diesel 2400cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires1 Oct 2026
Tests16 (11 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate68.8%

Mileage

139,326 mi
Last recorded139,326 miles
Recorded on2 Oct 2025
Typical for 2012 Volvo XC7079,496 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSL62 MKC
MakeVolvo
ModelXC70
Year2012
ColourGreen
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,400cc

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MOT History

11 pass 5 fail
Pass 2 Oct 2025 139,326 miles

Nearside Rear Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Fail 1 Oct 2025 139,318 miles

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

Offside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn Trailing arm (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 30 Oct 2024 127,891 miles
Pass 17 Oct 2023 115,467 miles
Pass 27 Oct 2022 99,785 miles

Nearside Front Upper Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Offside Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view Stone chip in swept area >40mm (3.2 (a) (i))

Oil leak, but not excessive Oil leak in engine bay area (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Fail 26 Oct 2022 99,785 miles

Nearside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn Trailing arm bush (large one) (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Upper Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Offside Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view Stone chip in swept area >40mm (3.2 (a) (i))

Oil leak, but not excessive Oil leak in engine bay area (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 26 Oct 2021 89,109 miles

Nearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Fail 26 Oct 2021 89,109 miles

Nearside Front Wheel bearing rough when rotated (5.1.3 (b) (i))

Front Headlamp aim too high both, adjusted (4.1.2 (a))

Nearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Pass 12 Oct 2020 80,463 miles
Pass 28 Oct 2019 75,171 miles
Pass 18 Oct 2018 69,156 miles
Pass 30 Oct 2017 51,325 miles
Pass 26 Oct 2016 34,130 miles
Fail 26 Oct 2016 34,130 miles

Bonnet retaining device ineffective (8.4.2)

Nearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Pass 3 Nov 2015 17,785 miles
Fail 3 Nov 2015 17,785 miles

Bonnet retaining device ineffective (8.4.2)

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

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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SL62 MKC is a 2012 Volvo XC70 in Green 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 SL62 MKC, 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 SL62 MKC registered?

SL62 MKC is a 2012 Volvo XC70, first registered on 18 September 2012.

Is SL62 MKC safe to buy?

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