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AF12 RLX

2012 Volvo XC70

Silver Diesel 2401cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires3 Jan 2026
Tests14 (11 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate78.6%

Mileage

127,105 mi
Last recorded127,105 miles
Recorded on11 Dec 2024
Typical for 2012 Volvo XC7079,496 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAF12 RLX
MakeVolvo
ModelXC70
Year2012
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,401cc

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MOT History

11 pass 3 fail
Pass 11 Dec 2024 127,105 miles

Items removed from driver's view prior to test ()

Offside Lower Power steering pipe/hose has slight seepage (2.1.5 (a))

Fail 9 Dec 2024 127,024 miles

Nearside Front Inner Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Front Inner Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Items removed from driver's view prior to test ()

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

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

Offside Lower Power steering pipe/hose has slight seepage (2.1.5 (a))

Pass 21 Dec 2023 114,273 miles
Fail 21 Dec 2023 114,273 miles

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

Pass 5 Dec 2022 100,121 miles

Front Fluid leak, but not excessive radiator (8.4.1 (a) (i))

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

Pass 16 Dec 2021 90,884 miles

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 24 Dec 2020 82,136 miles
Pass 13 Dec 2019 73,422 miles

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

Pass 22 Dec 2018 59,428 miles
Pass 4 Jan 2018 44,790 miles

Items removed from driver's view prior to test ()

Pass 4 Jan 2017 39,325 miles
Pass 19 Feb 2016 33,730 miles

unable to check boot area due to luggage obstruction

unable to check rear seatbelts due to luggage obstruction

Fail 19 Feb 2016 33,730 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

unable to check boot area due to luggage obstruction

unable to check rear seatbelts due to luggage obstruction

Pass 16 Feb 2015 27,363 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

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 RLX is a 2012 Volvo XC70 in Silver with a 2,401cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.6%.

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 RLX, 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

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What year was AF12 RLX registered?

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

Is AF12 RLX safe to buy?

The MOT history for AF12 RLX shows 14 tests with a 78.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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