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AK12 NBX

2012 Volvo V70

Blue Diesel 2400cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires16 Dec 2026
Tests13 (12 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.3%

Mileage

184,725 mi
Last recorded184,725 miles
Recorded on13 Dec 2025
Typical for 2012 Volvo V7089,810 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAK12 NBX
MakeVolvo
ModelV70
Year2012
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,400cc

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MOT History

12 pass 1 fail
Pass 13 Dec 2025 184,725 miles
Pass 17 Dec 2024 176,845 miles
Pass 27 Dec 2023 165,749 miles
Pass 21 Dec 2022 154,953 miles
Pass 18 Jan 2022 144,132 miles
Pass 22 Feb 2021 138,271 miles
Fail 22 Feb 2021 138,271 miles

Nearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 28 Feb 2020 130,946 miles
Pass 27 Feb 2019 115,758 miles
Pass 13 Mar 2018 96,993 miles
Pass 13 Mar 2017 81,049 miles

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

Pass 22 Mar 2016 65,976 miles
Pass 30 Mar 2015 51,511 miles

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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AK12 NBX is a 2012 Volvo V70 in Blue with a 2,400cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.3%.

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 performed better than the average for its year.

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 AK12 NBX, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was AK12 NBX registered?

AK12 NBX is a 2012 Volvo V70, first registered on 3 April 2012.

Is AK12 NBX safe to buy?

The MOT history for AK12 NBX shows 13 tests with a 92.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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