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AF12 NBD

2012 Volvo XC70

Grey Diesel 2401cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires5 Oct 2026
Tests13 (12 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.3%

Mileage

58,974 mi
Last recorded58,974 miles
Recorded on24 Sep 2025
Typical for 2012 Volvo XC7079,496 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAF12 NBD
MakeVolvo
ModelXC70
Year2012
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,401cc
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MOT History

12 pass 1 fail
Pass 24 Sep 2025 58,974 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 3-4 mm (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 3mm (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 25 Sep 2024 57,090 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 3mm. (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 3mm. (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 2 Oct 2023 54,912 miles
Pass 26 Sep 2022 52,575 miles

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

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

Pass 23 Sep 2021 51,025 miles

Brake pad(s) wearing thin all pads (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 8 Sep 2020 49,760 miles
Pass 24 Sep 2019 48,162 miles

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

Pass 26 Sep 2018 45,602 miles
Pass 6 Oct 2017 43,613 miles
Fail 6 Oct 2017 43,613 miles

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

Offside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

Pass 13 Jan 2017 37,807 miles
Pass 11 Feb 2016 29,892 miles
Pass 24 Mar 2015 22,949 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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AF12 NBD is a 2012 Volvo XC70 in Grey with a 2,401cc 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 AF12 NBD, 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 AF12 NBD registered?

AF12 NBD is a 2012 Volvo XC70, first registered on 23 March 2012.

Is AF12 NBD safe to buy?

The MOT history for AF12 NBD 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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