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AJ61 NWX

2012 Volvo V70

Grey Diesel 2401cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires31 Jan 2027
Tests16 (12 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

157,504 mi
Last recorded157,504 miles
Recorded on23 Jan 2026
Typical for 2012 Volvo V7089,810 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAJ61 NWX
MakeVolvo
ModelV70
Year2012
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,401cc

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MOT History

12 pass 4 fail
Pass 23 Jan 2026 157,504 miles
Fail 23 Jan 2026 157,504 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too far to the left (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 24 Jan 2025 146,294 miles
Fail 24 Jan 2025 146,294 miles

Offside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 26 Jan 2024 136,769 miles
Pass 27 Jan 2023 128,465 miles

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

Pass 26 Jan 2022 120,198 miles

Nearside Front Tyre obviously under inflated (5.2.3 (l))

Fail 26 Jan 2022 120,198 miles

Nearside Front Tyre obviously under inflated (5.2.3 (l))

Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Pass 19 Jan 2021 113,738 miles
Fail 19 Jan 2021 113,738 miles

Offside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 29 Jan 2020 109,831 miles
Pass 22 Jan 2019 102,843 miles
Pass 26 Jan 2018 94,416 miles

Nearside Rear Direction indicators slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Offside Rear Direction indicators slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Pass 18 Jan 2017 85,876 miles

BOTH front tyres wearing on inner edges.

Pass 26 Jan 2016 77,071 miles
Pass 28 Jan 2015 69,183 miles

BOTH front tyres have excessive wear to inside edges

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Offside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

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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AJ61 NWX is a 2012 Volvo V70 in Grey 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 V70 models, the average MOT pass rate is 79.5% with a typical mileage of 89,810 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 V70 fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 67,106 recorded failures. If you're considering buying AJ61 NWX, 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.

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What year was AJ61 NWX registered?

AJ61 NWX is a 2012 Volvo V70, first registered on 31 January 2012.

Is AJ61 NWX safe to buy?

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