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AK12 AZG

2012 Volvo XC70

Grey Diesel 2401cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires15 Oct 2026
Tests13 (11 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate84.6%

Mileage

174,513 mi
Last recorded174,513 miles
Recorded on16 Oct 2025
Typical for 2012 Volvo XC7079,496 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAK12 AZG
MakeVolvo
ModelXC70
Year2012
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,401cc

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MOT History

11 pass 2 fail
Pass 16 Oct 2025 174,513 miles
Pass 3 Oct 2024 167,203 miles

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

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

Pass 2 Oct 2023 165,956 miles

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

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

Offside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front 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 4 Oct 2022 151,945 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Pass 10 Nov 2021 144,949 miles

Nearside Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Pass 11 Nov 2020 135,599 miles

Nearside Steering rack has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.3 (a) (i))

Offside Parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.4.2 (a) (i))

Pass 8 May 2019 113,337 miles
Pass 11 May 2018 91,939 miles
Fail 2 May 2018 91,516 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 10 May 2017 72,050 miles

rear tyres worn on edges

Pass 13 Jun 2016 54,759 miles
Fail 29 May 2015 36,283 miles

Offside Front Brake hose twisted (3.6.B.4c)

Pass 29 May 2015 36,283 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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AK12 AZG 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 84.6%.

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 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 AK12 AZG, 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 AK12 AZG registered?

AK12 AZG is a 2012 Volvo XC70, first registered on 11 June 2012.

Is AK12 AZG safe to buy?

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