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AF12 RFN

2012 Volvo XC70

Gold Diesel 2401cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires6 Mar 2027
Tests14 (12 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

96,772 mi
Last recorded96,772 miles
Recorded on28 Feb 2026
Typical for 2012 Volvo XC7079,496 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAF12 RFN
MakeVolvo
ModelXC70
Year2012
ColourGold
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,401cc

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MOT History

12 pass 2 fail
Pass 28 Feb 2026 96,772 miles

Both front wipers blades starting to smear windscreen

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

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

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

Windscreen washers have reduced output

Pass 22 Feb 2025 84,150 miles
Pass 2 Mar 2024 72,645 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge getting low 2.5mm (5.2.3 (e))

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge getting low 2.5mm (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 11 Feb 2023 62,406 miles
Pass 26 Feb 2022 53,556 miles

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

Pass 6 Mar 2021 42,415 miles
Pass 15 Feb 2020 33,057 miles
Fail 15 Feb 2020 33,057 miles

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

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

Pass 26 Feb 2019 25,102 miles

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

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

Pass 27 Feb 2018 23,865 miles
Pass 23 Feb 2017 21,713 miles
Pass 27 Feb 2016 20,188 miles

Offside Rear tyre has a nail in it

Pass 26 Feb 2015 18,350 miles
Fail 26 Feb 2015 18,350 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has a lump, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

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 RFN is a 2012 Volvo XC70 in Gold with a 2,401cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

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 RFN, 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 RFN registered?

AF12 RFN is a 2012 Volvo XC70, first registered on 6 March 2012.

Is AF12 RFN safe to buy?

The MOT history for AF12 RFN shows 14 tests with a 85.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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