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SP12 SLU

2012 Volvo XC70

Silver Diesel 2401cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires18 Mar 2027
Tests15 (11 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate73.3%

Mileage

130,816 mi
Last recorded130,816 miles
Recorded on13 Mar 2026
Typical for 2012 Volvo XC7079,496 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSP12 SLU
MakeVolvo
ModelXC70
Year2012
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,401cc

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MOT History

11 pass 4 fail
Pass 13 Mar 2026 130,816 miles
Fail 13 Mar 2026 130,816 miles

Offside Front Brake pad(s) contaminated (1.1.13 (b))

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

Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour both rear indicators (4.4.3 (a))

Pass 26 Feb 2025 126,244 miles
Fail 25 Feb 2025 126,243 miles

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

Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour both rear (4.4.3 (a))

Supplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))

Pass 19 Mar 2024 121,694 miles

Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured both rear indicators (4.4.3 (a))

Pass 27 Feb 2023 114,740 miles
Pass 8 Feb 2022 108,786 miles
Fail 3 Feb 2022 108,786 miles

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

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

Pass 18 Feb 2021 99,049 miles

Slight play in offside front anti-roll bar link

Pass 12 Feb 2020 91,700 miles
Pass 1 Mar 2019 82,567 miles
Pass 13 Feb 2018 71,934 miles
Fail 13 Feb 2018 71,934 miles

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 18 Mar 2016 49,851 miles

Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened worn (3.5.1i)

Pass 20 Mar 2015 36,144 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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SP12 SLU is a 2012 Volvo XC70 in Silver with a 2,401cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 73.3%.

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 SP12 SLU, 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 SP12 SLU registered?

SP12 SLU is a 2012 Volvo XC70, first registered on 25 March 2012.

Is SP12 SLU safe to buy?

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