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AE61 GVT

2012 Volvo V70

Silver Diesel 2400cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires12 Feb 2027
Tests13 (12 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.3%

Mileage

150,485 mi
Last recorded150,485 miles
Recorded on13 Jan 2026
Typical for 2012 Volvo V7089,810 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAE61 GVT
MakeVolvo
ModelV70
Year2012
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,400cc

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MOT History

12 pass 1 fail
Pass 13 Jan 2026 150,485 miles
Pass 6 Feb 2025 149,573 miles

Nearside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 13 Feb 2024 148,297 miles

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged Outer sidewall (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Fail 10 Feb 2024 148,297 miles

Offside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged Outer sidewall (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 20 Dec 2022 143,923 miles
Pass 25 Nov 2021 136,646 miles
Pass 21 Dec 2020 132,478 miles
Pass 24 Jan 2020 125,642 miles
Pass 15 Jan 2019 115,202 miles
Pass 5 Jan 2018 97,618 miles
Pass 25 Jan 2017 80,332 miles
Pass 2 Mar 2016 62,990 miles
Pass 10 Mar 2015 35,261 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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AE61 GVT is a 2012 Volvo V70 in Silver 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 V70 models, the average MOT pass rate is 79.5% with a typical mileage of 89,810 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

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 AE61 GVT, 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 AE61 GVT registered?

AE61 GVT is a 2012 Volvo V70, first registered on 23 January 2012.

Is AE61 GVT safe to buy?

The MOT history for AE61 GVT 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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