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NJ62 NKL

2012 Volvo V70

Black Diesel 1997cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires29 Jul 2027
Tests5 (3 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate60%

Mileage

152,872 mi
Last recorded152,872 miles
Recorded on30 Jul 2026
Typical for 2012 Volvo V7089,810 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationNJ62 NKL
MakeVolvo
ModelV70
Year2012
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,997cc

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MOT History

3 pass 2 fail
Pass 30 Jul 2026 152,872 miles
Fail 20 Jul 2026 152,871 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))

Electronic stability control warning lamp indicates a fault (7.12 (e))

Pass 10 Aug 2016 134,970 miles
Fail 10 Aug 2016 134,961 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

Pass 10 Aug 2015 100,693 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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NJ62 NKL is a 2012 Volvo V70 in Black with a 1,997cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 5 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 60%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 NJ62 NKL, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was NJ62 NKL registered?

NJ62 NKL is a 2012 Volvo V70, first registered on 10 September 2012.

Is NJ62 NKL safe to buy?

The MOT history for NJ62 NKL shows 5 tests with a 60% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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