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RF12 XWA

2012 Volvo C70

Black Diesel 1997cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires26 Mar 2027
Tests13 (12 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.3%

Mileage

58,689 mi
Last recorded58,689 miles
Recorded on17 Mar 2026
Typical for 2012 Volvo C7052,836 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRF12 XWA
MakeVolvo
ModelC70
Year2012
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,997cc

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MOT History

12 pass 1 fail
Pass 17 Mar 2026 58,689 miles
Pass 4 Mar 2025 52,657 miles
Pass 12 Mar 2024 46,569 miles
Pass 6 Mar 2023 43,372 miles
Pass 8 Mar 2022 42,874 miles
Pass 15 Mar 2021 41,822 miles
Pass 10 Mar 2020 41,131 miles

Nearside Front Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))

Fail 9 Mar 2020 41,138 miles

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

Nearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))

Pass 26 Mar 2019 39,281 miles
Pass 14 Mar 2018 37,003 miles

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

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

Pass 17 Mar 2017 31,655 miles
Pass 3 Mar 2016 24,104 miles
Pass 4 Mar 2015 17,456 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

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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RF12 XWA is a 2012 Volvo C70 in Black with a 1,997cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.3%.

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 RF12 XWA, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was RF12 XWA registered?

RF12 XWA is a 2012 Volvo C70, first registered on 26 March 2012.

Is RF12 XWA safe to buy?

The MOT history for RF12 XWA 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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