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NG12 MUB

2012 Volvo XC70

Black Diesel 2401cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires17 Dec 2026
Tests14 (12 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

144,946 mi
Last recorded144,946 miles
Recorded on18 Dec 2025
Typical for 2012 Volvo XC7079,496 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationNG12 MUB
MakeVolvo
ModelXC70
Year2012
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,401cc

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MOT History

12 pass 2 fail
Pass 18 Dec 2025 144,946 miles

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Pass 16 Dec 2024 123,863 miles
Pass 26 Apr 2024 121,363 miles
Pass 5 May 2023 113,284 miles
Pass 29 Apr 2022 105,103 miles
Pass 8 May 2021 99,164 miles
Pass 1 Jul 2020 86,748 miles
Fail 26 Jun 2020 86,746 miles

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

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

Offside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Trailer electrical socket (13 pin) not operating the trailer lamps as intended (4.10 (c) (i))

Pass 30 Jul 2019 80,697 miles
Pass 30 Jul 2018 70,771 miles
Pass 5 Aug 2017 60,561 miles

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

Pass 28 Jul 2016 49,686 miles
Pass 12 Aug 2015 36,416 miles
Fail 12 Aug 2015 36,416 miles

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

How Reliable is the Volvo XC70?

Based on 361,836 MOT tests across 23,034 vehicles.

76.9%
Pass Rate
7,931
Miles/Year
24
Year Lifespan
23,034
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

position lamp(s) not working 4,853
Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 4,268
Registration plate lamp not working 3,654
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 2,754
Track rod end ball joint has excessive play 2,697
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NG12 MUB is a 2012 Volvo XC70 in Black with a 2,401cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

Across all 2012 Volvo XC70 models, the average MOT pass rate is 80.5% with a typical mileage of 79,496 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Volvo XC70 fails its MOT is position lamp(s) not working, accounting for 4,853 recorded failures. If you're considering buying NG12 MUB, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Volvo XC70 typically stays on UK roads for around 24 years. At 14 years old, this Volvo XC70 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was NG12 MUB registered?

NG12 MUB is a 2012 Volvo XC70, first registered on 13 July 2012.

Is NG12 MUB safe to buy?

The MOT history for NG12 MUB shows 14 tests with a 85.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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