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MW12 BVM

2012 Volvo V70

Silver Diesel 2400cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires28 May 2027
Tests13 (12 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.3%

Mileage

26,011 mi
Last recorded26,011 miles
Recorded on29 May 2026
Typical for 2012 Volvo V7089,810 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationMW12 BVM
MakeVolvo
ModelV70
Year2012
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,400cc

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MOT History

12 pass 1 fail
Pass 29 May 2026 26,011 miles
Pass 14 Oct 2025 25,488 miles
Pass 21 Oct 2024 24,709 miles
Pass 27 Oct 2023 23,241 miles
Pass 18 Oct 2022 21,856 miles
Pass 1 Nov 2021 21,011 miles

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

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

Power steering pipe/hose has slight seepage (2.1.5 (a))

Pass 20 Oct 2020 20,504 miles

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

Pass 17 Oct 2019 19,995 miles
Pass 19 Oct 2018 17,281 miles
Fail 19 Oct 2018 17,281 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has a lump, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Rear Tyre has a lump, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 17 Oct 2017 14,388 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Nearside Rear tyre cracks on outer edge

Offside Front tyre cracks on outer edge

Offside Rear tyre cracks on outer edge and in treads

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 2 Nov 2016 12,227 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 26 May 2015 9,052 miles

n/s/f tyre cut on sidewall, but no cords exposed

plastic side skirts fitted

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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MW12 BVM is a 2012 Volvo V70 in Silver with a 2,400cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.3%.

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 MW12 BVM, 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 MW12 BVM registered?

MW12 BVM is a 2012 Volvo V70, first registered on 20 July 2012.

Is MW12 BVM safe to buy?

The MOT history for MW12 BVM shows 13 tests with a 92.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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