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AK12 VNW

2012 Volvo XC70

Black Diesel 2400cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires20 May 2027
Tests15 (13 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate86.7%

Mileage

105,514 mi
Last recorded105,514 miles
Recorded on21 May 2026
Typical for 2012 Volvo XC7079,496 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAK12 VNW
MakeVolvo
ModelXC70
Year2012
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,400cc

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MOT History

13 pass 2 fail
Pass 21 May 2026 105,514 miles
Pass 19 May 2025 99,562 miles
Pass 30 Oct 2024 95,978 miles
Pass 31 Oct 2023 89,157 miles
Pass 22 Nov 2022 81,962 miles

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

dsm will not register a reading

Pass 20 Jul 2022 78,705 miles

Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Rear Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Pass 1 Jul 2021 72,799 miles

Nearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Offside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Pass 22 Jul 2020 70,310 miles

Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Fail 22 Jul 2020 70,310 miles

Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

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

Pass 22 Jul 2019 65,731 miles

Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Front brake pads appear worn thin

Fail 19 Jul 2019 65,729 miles

Offside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Front brake pads appear worn thin

Pass 11 Jul 2018 60,937 miles
Pass 14 Jun 2017 54,398 miles

Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Offside Front Outer tyre wall cut but not to cords

Pass 29 Jun 2016 46,788 miles

both rear trailing arm forward bushes starting to delaminate....

rear inner brake pads low on material .brake discs ridged...

Pass 15 Jun 2015 38,012 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

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

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

Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

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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AK12 VNW is a 2012 Volvo XC70 in Black with a 2,400cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 86.7%.

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 VNW, 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 VNW registered?

AK12 VNW is a 2012 Volvo XC70, first registered on 6 July 2012.

Is AK12 VNW safe to buy?

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