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VE12 OVY

2012 Volvo XC70

Blue Diesel 2400cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires23 Jul 2027
Tests13 (12 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.3%

Mileage

95,725 mi
Last recorded95,725 miles
Recorded on24 Jul 2026
Typical for 2012 Volvo XC7079,496 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationVE12 OVY
MakeVolvo
ModelXC70
Year2012
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,400cc

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MOT History

12 pass 1 fail
Pass 24 Jul 2026 95,725 miles
Pass 21 May 2025 80,800 miles

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

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

Pass 28 Jun 2024 74,678 miles
Pass 13 Jun 2023 67,558 miles

Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Pass 10 Jun 2022 65,899 miles

Offside Rear Nail in tyre

Pass 7 Jun 2021 64,735 miles

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing 235/50/18 (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Oil leak, but not excessive under tray fitted unable to inspect some components (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 18 Jun 2020 63,645 miles

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Under tray fitted/Engine cover fitted unable to inspect some components

Pass 12 Jun 2019 61,542 miles

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

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

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

engine cover fitted

under trays fitted

Pass 4 Jun 2018 59,648 miles

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

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

Fail 4 Jun 2018 59,648 miles

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

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

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

Pass 5 Jun 2017 57,441 miles
Pass 31 May 2016 55,030 miles
Pass 16 Jun 2015 47,075 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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VE12 OVY is a 2012 Volvo XC70 in Blue with a 2,400cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.3%.

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 performed better than the average for its year.

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 VE12 OVY, 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 VE12 OVY registered?

VE12 OVY is a 2012 Volvo XC70, first registered on 29 June 2012.

Is VE12 OVY safe to buy?

The MOT history for VE12 OVY shows 13 tests with a 92.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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