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WR62 OHG

2012 Volvo XC70

Blue Diesel 2400cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires15 Dec 2026
Tests14 (11 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate78.6%

Mileage

159,991 mi
Last recorded159,991 miles
Recorded on27 Nov 2025
Typical for 2012 Volvo XC7079,496 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationWR62 OHG
MakeVolvo
ModelXC70
Year2012
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,400cc

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MOT History

11 pass 3 fail
Pass 27 Nov 2025 159,991 miles
Pass 16 Dec 2024 157,213 miles

Offside Power steering pipe/hose has slight seepage (2.1.5 (a))

Pass 4 Dec 2023 150,529 miles
Fail 4 Dec 2023 150,529 miles

Offside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))

Power steering fluid level below minimum (2.1.5 (b) (i))

Pass 1 Dec 2022 139,493 miles

Front Windscreen wiper blade defective both sides smearing (3.4 (b) (i))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 30 Nov 2021 123,404 miles
Pass 23 Nov 2020 113,061 miles

Front Wipers Smearing

Pass 2 Dec 2019 100,475 miles

Nearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Fail 2 Dec 2019 100,475 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect kick up wrong side (4.1.2 (c))

Offside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect kick up wrong side (4.1.2 (c))

Nearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Pass 9 Nov 2018 84,487 miles
Fail 8 Nov 2018 84,487 miles

Offside Rear Headlamp levelling device inoperative device disconnected (4.1.5 (a))

Offside Rear brake hose insecurely fixed

headlamps aims need to be retested after levelling device has been fixed

Pass 5 Dec 2017 72,380 miles
Pass 5 Dec 2016 59,268 miles
Pass 30 Nov 2015 45,510 miles

Rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

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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WR62 OHG is a 2012 Volvo XC70 in Blue with a 2,400cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.6%.

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 WR62 OHG, 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 WR62 OHG registered?

WR62 OHG is a 2012 Volvo XC70, first registered on 8 December 2012.

Is WR62 OHG safe to buy?

The MOT history for WR62 OHG shows 14 tests with a 78.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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