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SV12 WKO

2012 Volvo XC70

Bronze Diesel 2401cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires2 Oct 2026
Tests15 (12 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

126,705 mi
Last recorded126,705 miles
Recorded on3 Oct 2025
Typical for 2012 Volvo XC7079,496 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSV12 WKO
MakeVolvo
ModelXC70
Year2012
ColourBronze
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,401cc

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MOT History

12 pass 3 fail
Pass 3 Oct 2025 126,705 miles
Pass 6 Aug 2024 113,118 miles
Pass 20 Jul 2023 99,320 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 9 Aug 2022 87,818 miles
Pass 1 Apr 2022 87,215 miles
Pass 23 Mar 2021 84,320 miles

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

Nearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

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

Pass 17 Mar 2020 82,834 miles
Pass 23 Mar 2019 69,684 miles

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Both (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Fail 22 Mar 2019 69,683 miles

Nearside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn trailing arm front bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn trailing arm front bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Both (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Pass 5 Apr 2018 60,367 miles
Fail 30 Mar 2018 60,332 miles

Power steering pipe(s) or hose(s) leaking Pipe onto rack leaking. (2.3.3b)

Windscreen has damage to an area in excess of a 10mm circle within zone 'A' Windscreen cracked. (8.3.1a)

Pass 7 Mar 2017 50,934 miles
Pass 31 Mar 2016 40,733 miles
Fail 31 Mar 2016 40,733 miles

Offside Front Headlamp aim too high and too far to the left. (1.8)

Pass 25 Mar 2015 34,132 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

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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SV12 WKO is a 2012 Volvo XC70 in Bronze with a 2,401cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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

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 SV12 WKO, 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 SV12 WKO registered?

SV12 WKO is a 2012 Volvo XC70, first registered on 30 March 2012.

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