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KU12 MPX

2012 Volvo C70

Red Diesel 1997cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires7 May 2027
Tests14 (12 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

37,456 mi
Last recorded37,456 miles
Recorded on8 May 2026
Typical for 2012 Volvo C7052,836 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKU12 MPX
MakeVolvo
ModelC70
Year2012
ColourRed
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,997cc

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MOT History

12 pass 2 fail
Pass 8 May 2026 37,456 miles
Fail 7 May 2026 37,421 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn Rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn Rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure Large bulge in outer sidewall (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 2 Apr 2025 35,864 miles
Pass 3 Apr 2024 34,163 miles
Fail 2 Apr 2024 34,154 miles

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

Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Both (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 12 Apr 2023 32,730 miles
Pass 20 Apr 2022 31,135 miles
Pass 8 Mar 2021 30,133 miles
Pass 9 Mar 2020 29,161 miles
Pass 4 Mar 2019 27,182 miles
Pass 9 Mar 2018 24,725 miles
Pass 23 Feb 2017 21,315 miles
Pass 9 Mar 2016 17,737 miles
Pass 23 Feb 2015 13,702 miles

How Reliable is the Volvo C70?

Based on 351,562 MOT tests across 21,746 vehicles.

72.6%
Pass Rate
4,929
Miles/Year
28
Year Lifespan
21,746
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 11,186
Tyre has ply or cords exposed 5,456
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 5,364
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 5,005
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 4,837
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KU12 MPX is a 2012 Volvo C70 in Red with a 1,997cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

Across all 2012 Volvo C70 models, the average MOT pass rate is 78.2% with a typical mileage of 52,836 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Volvo C70 fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 11,186 recorded failures. If you're considering buying KU12 MPX, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Volvo C70 typically stays on UK roads for around 28 years. At 14 years old, this Volvo C70 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was KU12 MPX registered?

KU12 MPX is a 2012 Volvo C70, first registered on 7 March 2012.

Is KU12 MPX safe to buy?

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