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RV12 AKJ

2012 Volvo XC70

Black Diesel 2400cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires26 Feb 2027
Tests12 (12 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

85,205 mi
Last recorded85,205 miles
Recorded on17 Feb 2026
Typical for 2012 Volvo XC7079,496 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRV12 AKJ
MakeVolvo
ModelXC70
Year2012
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,400cc

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MOT History

12 pass
Pass 17 Feb 2026 85,205 miles
Pass 21 Feb 2025 79,868 miles
Pass 16 Feb 2024 73,413 miles

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

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 3 Feb 2023 69,016 miles
Pass 3 Feb 2022 66,534 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Pass 1 Feb 2021 61,090 miles

Nearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Pass 30 Jan 2020 54,010 miles

Both rear road springs slightly corroded

Pass 11 Feb 2019 43,504 miles
Pass 20 Feb 2018 38,805 miles

both front tyres worn on the inner edge.

Pass 27 Feb 2017 36,472 miles
Pass 21 Mar 2016 29,935 miles
Pass 2 Mar 2015 23,648 miles

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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RV12 AKJ is a 2012 Volvo XC70 in Black with a 2,400cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 RV12 AKJ, 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

How do I check the history of RV12 AKJ?

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What year was RV12 AKJ registered?

RV12 AKJ is a 2012 Volvo XC70, first registered on 30 March 2012.

Is RV12 AKJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for RV12 AKJ shows 12 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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