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AK62 XAP

2012 Volvo V70

Grey Diesel 2400cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires15 Nov 2022
Tests9 (8 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

133,811 mi
Last recorded133,811 miles
Recorded on16 Nov 2021
Typical for 2012 Volvo V7089,810 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAK62 XAP
MakeVolvo
ModelV70
Year2012
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,400cc

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MOT History

8 pass 1 fail
Pass 16 Nov 2021 133,811 miles
Pass 20 Jul 2021 133,789 miles
Pass 22 Jun 2020 131,757 miles

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

Pass 25 Jun 2019 108,981 miles

Offside Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))

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

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

Pass 15 Jun 2018 79,880 miles
Pass 4 Jul 2017 48,287 miles
Pass 26 Oct 2016 44,118 miles
Fail 26 Oct 2016 44,118 miles

Nearside Steering rack gaiter insecure (2.2.D.2d)

Pass 10 Nov 2015 35,103 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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AK62 XAP is a 2012 Volvo V70 in Grey with a 2,400cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.9%.

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 AK62 XAP, 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 AK62 XAP registered?

AK62 XAP is a 2012 Volvo V70, first registered on 14 November 2012.

Is AK62 XAP safe to buy?

The MOT history for AK62 XAP shows 9 tests with a 88.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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