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AF12 RGX

2012 Volvo XC70

Blue Diesel 2401cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires24 Jul 2026
Tests16 (12 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

118,688 mi
Last recorded118,688 miles
Recorded on4 Jul 2025
Typical for 2012 Volvo XC7079,496 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAF12 RGX
MakeVolvo
ModelXC70
Year2012
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,401cc

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MOT History

12 pass 4 fail
Pass 4 Jul 2025 118,688 miles
Pass 11 Jul 2024 110,743 miles
Pass 10 Jul 2023 104,972 miles
Fail 10 Jul 2023 104,972 miles

Offside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Pass 30 Jun 2022 99,225 miles

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

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

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

Fail 30 Jun 2022 99,225 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp incorrect colour (4.1.4 (a))

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

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

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

Pass 6 Jul 2021 92,544 miles

Nearside Front Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))

Nearside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

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

Pass 29 Jun 2020 86,885 miles
Pass 25 Jul 2019 80,707 miles
Pass 27 Jul 2018 69,864 miles
Fail 27 Jul 2018 69,863 miles

Nearside Track rod end ball joint dust cover excessively damaged or deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))

Pass 27 Jul 2017 61,089 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 27 Jul 2016 49,636 miles
Pass 26 Aug 2015 38,569 miles
Pass 4 May 2015 35,051 miles

screw in offside rear tyre

Fail 4 May 2015 35,051 miles

Offside Side repeater not working (1.4.A.2c)

screw in offside rear tyre

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 RGX is a 2012 Volvo XC70 in Blue with a 2,401cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 AF12 RGX, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of AF12 RGX?

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What year was AF12 RGX registered?

AF12 RGX is a 2012 Volvo XC70, first registered on 7 March 2012.

Is AF12 RGX safe to buy?

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