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VK12 XFV

2012 Volvo XC70

Silver Diesel 2401cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires29 Mar 2027
Tests13 (12 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.3%

Mileage

102,729 mi
Last recorded102,729 miles
Recorded on23 Mar 2026
Typical for 2012 Volvo XC7079,496 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationVK12 XFV
MakeVolvo
ModelXC70
Year2012
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,401cc

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MOT History

12 pass 1 fail
Pass 23 Mar 2026 102,729 miles

Power steering pipe/hose slightly damaged (2.1.5 (g) (i))

Pass 20 Mar 2025 101,824 miles

Front Front head lights - lens slight discoloring

Front Oil leak, but not excessive Engine area (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Both front tyres wearing on inner edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Power steering component has slight seepage from a component Power steering pipe, slight seepage (2.1.5 (a))

Pass 5 Mar 2024 96,066 miles

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

Offside Side repeater slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Pass 7 Mar 2023 90,177 miles
Fail 7 Mar 2023 90,177 miles

Nearside Front Outline marker lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 16 Mar 2022 83,981 miles
Pass 11 Mar 2021 77,020 miles
Pass 17 Mar 2020 72,700 miles

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

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

Pass 18 Mar 2019 66,783 miles

Brake pedal wearing smooth splitting (1.1.2 (c))

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

Offside Front Outer Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 6 Mar 2018 60,342 miles

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Pass 28 Mar 2017 54,228 miles
Pass 29 Mar 2016 41,594 miles
Pass 9 Mar 2015 29,027 miles

Nail in nearside front tyre

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

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

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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VK12 XFV is a 2012 Volvo XC70 in Silver with a 2,401cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.3%.

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 VK12 XFV, 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 VK12 XFV?

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What year was VK12 XFV registered?

VK12 XFV is a 2012 Volvo XC70, first registered on 29 March 2012.

Is VK12 XFV safe to buy?

The MOT history for VK12 XFV 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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