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SP62 YMO

2012 Volvo XC70

Black Diesel 2400cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires2 Jun 2027
Tests15 (12 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

143,129 mi
Last recorded143,129 miles
Recorded on5 May 2026
Typical for 2012 Volvo XC7079,496 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSP62 YMO
MakeVolvo
ModelXC70
Year2012
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,400cc

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MOT History

12 pass 3 fail
Pass 5 May 2026 143,129 miles
Pass 23 May 2025 146,227 miles
Fail 20 May 2025 140,227 miles

Central Prop shaft bearing housing likely to fail Corroded (6.1.7 (f) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Front Nail in tyre ()

Pass 3 Jun 2024 135,586 miles
Fail 30 May 2024 135,585 miles

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

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

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

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

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))

Pass 14 Dec 2023 132,283 miles

Central Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement trailing arm bush has signs of external deterioration (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Rear Upper Heatshields above rear exhaust section, detached at fasteners but unlikely to detach from vehicle past exhaust system

Pass 22 Dec 2022 124,284 miles

Undertrays obscuring some components.

Pass 21 Dec 2021 115,543 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn on edges.

Nearside Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))

Offside Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))

Pass 18 Dec 2020 106,763 miles
Pass 16 Dec 2019 98,736 miles

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

Pass 20 Dec 2018 86,490 miles

Offside Front Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 13 Dec 2017 72,496 miles
Fail 13 Dec 2017 72,496 miles

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Offside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 1 Dec 2016 57,347 miles
Pass 4 Dec 2015 42,498 miles

Nearside Rear Trailing arm worn but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)

Offside Rear Trailing arm worn but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)

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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SP62 YMO is a 2012 Volvo XC70 in Black with a 2,400cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 SP62 YMO, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was SP62 YMO registered?

SP62 YMO is a 2012 Volvo XC70, first registered on 24 December 2012.

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