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AD12 EGY

2012 Volvo V70

Black Diesel 1999cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires5 Jun 2027
Tests16 (12 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

163,085 mi
Last recorded163,085 miles
Recorded on16 May 2026
Typical for 2012 Volvo V7089,810 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAD12 EGY
MakeVolvo
ModelV70
Year2012
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,999cc

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MOT History

12 pass 4 fail
Pass 16 May 2026 163,085 miles
Pass 19 May 2025 148,336 miles
Pass 20 May 2024 133,869 miles
Fail 15 May 2024 133,702 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Rear Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 23 May 2023 118,707 miles
Pass 6 Jun 2022 110,264 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))

Fail 6 Jun 2022 110,264 miles

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

Nearside Rear Axle swivel pins and bushes swivel pin and/or bush excessively worn Trailing arm bush (5.1.2 (b) (i))

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

Offside Rear Axle swivel pins and bushes swivel pin and/or bush excessively worn Trailing arm bush (5.1.2 (b) (i))

Pass 9 Jul 2021 103,982 miles
Pass 9 Jul 2020 99,508 miles

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

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

under-tray and engine cover fitted

Pass 2 Jul 2019 89,719 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 16 Jul 2018 76,878 miles
Pass 4 Jul 2017 61,755 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Fail 4 Jul 2017 61,755 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 4 Jul 2016 47,329 miles
Fail 4 Jul 2016 47,329 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

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

Pass 8 Jul 2015 33,973 miles

How Reliable is the Volvo V70?

Based on 1,930,508 MOT tests across 117,393 vehicles.

71.0%
Pass Rate
7,266
Miles/Year
29
Year Lifespan
117,393
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 67,106
position lamp(s) not working 56,250
Registration plate lamp not working 44,172
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 35,659
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 30,149
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AD12 EGY is a 2012 Volvo V70 in Black with a 1,999cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

Across all 2012 Volvo V70 models, the average MOT pass rate is 79.5% with a typical mileage of 89,810 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 V70 fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 67,106 recorded failures. If you're considering buying AD12 EGY, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Volvo V70 typically stays on UK roads for around 29 years. At 14 years old, this Volvo V70 is still in the earlier part of its expected life.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was AD12 EGY registered?

AD12 EGY is a 2012 Volvo V70, first registered on 31 July 2012.

Is AD12 EGY safe to buy?

The MOT history for AD12 EGY shows 16 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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