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FV61 WSU

2012 Volvo V70

Grey Diesel 1997cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires22 May 2027
Tests16 (13 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate81.3%

Mileage

154,693 mi
Last recorded154,693 miles
Recorded on23 May 2026
Typical for 2012 Volvo V7089,810 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFV61 WSU
MakeVolvo
ModelV70
Year2012
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,997cc

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MOT History

13 pass 3 fail
Pass 23 May 2026 154,693 miles
Pass 19 Aug 2025 151,076 miles

Coil spring corroded both rear (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Nail in tyre tyre has got a nail in tyre tread 225/50/17

Fail 11 Aug 2025 150,973 miles

Direction indicator incorrect colour both rear (4.4.3 (a))

Coil spring corroded both rear (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Nail in tyre tyre has got a nail in tyre tread 225/50/17

Pass 20 Aug 2024 140,461 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

Offside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

suspension components surface corrosion

Pass 29 Aug 2023 134,076 miles

Electronic parking brake defective but can be satisfactorily operated (1.1.6 (d))

undertray fitted

Fail 29 Aug 2023 134,076 miles

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

undertray fitted

Pass 9 Sep 2022 122,843 miles

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

Nearside Rear Suspension arm damaged but not seriously weakened Bush Perished (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Offside Front Windscreen wiper blade defective Smearing (3.4 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Suspension arm damaged but not seriously weakened Bush Perished (5.3.3 (b) (i))

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

Fail 9 Sep 2022 122,843 miles

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

Nearside Rear Suspension arm damaged but not seriously weakened Bush Perished (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Offside Front Windscreen wiper blade defective Smearing (3.4 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))

Offside Rear Suspension arm damaged but not seriously weakened Bush Perished (5.3.3 (b) (i))

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

Pass 16 Sep 2021 109,276 miles
Pass 21 Sep 2020 102,740 miles

Nearside Front Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b) (ii))

Pass 24 Jun 2019 90,581 miles

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

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

Pass 21 Jun 2018 82,381 miles
Pass 3 Jul 2017 72,181 miles
Pass 7 Jun 2016 63,018 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit 4mm + worn inner edge (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit 4mm + worn inner edge (4.1.E.1)

Pass 3 Jul 2015 52,477 miles
Pass 14 May 2015 49,715 miles

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

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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FV61 WSU is a 2012 Volvo V70 in Grey with a 1,997cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.3%.

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 FV61 WSU, 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 FV61 WSU registered?

FV61 WSU is a 2012 Volvo V70, first registered on 29 February 2012.

Is FV61 WSU safe to buy?

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