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FH12 SXV

2012 Volvo V70

Grey Diesel 1999cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires20 Dec 2026
Tests13 (11 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate84.6%

Mileage

157,906 mi
Last recorded157,906 miles
Recorded on24 Nov 2025
Typical for 2012 Volvo V7089,810 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFH12 SXV
MakeVolvo
ModelV70
Year2012
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,999cc

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MOT History

11 pass 2 fail
Pass 24 Nov 2025 157,906 miles

Front Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Rear Coil spring corroded Both (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured Both (4.4.3 (a))

Pass 5 Dec 2024 145,751 miles
Pass 7 Dec 2023 131,063 miles
Pass 21 Dec 2022 118,870 miles
Fail 21 Dec 2022 118,870 miles

Offside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover insecure so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))

Pass 6 Dec 2021 106,686 miles
Pass 11 Dec 2020 96,854 miles

Nearside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Pass 6 Dec 2019 87,671 miles
Fail 6 Dec 2019 87,669 miles

Nearside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

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

Pass 21 Dec 2018 72,195 miles

Offside Rear Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords inner sidewall (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Pass 8 Jun 2017 44,303 miles
Pass 8 Jun 2016 36,946 miles
Pass 17 Jun 2015 28,430 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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FH12 SXV is a 2012 Volvo V70 in Grey with a 1,999cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84.6%.

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 FH12 SXV, 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 FH12 SXV registered?

FH12 SXV is a 2012 Volvo V70, first registered on 29 June 2012.

Is FH12 SXV safe to buy?

The MOT history for FH12 SXV shows 13 tests with a 84.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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