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VU62 NXT

2012 Volvo V70

Blue Diesel 2400cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires18 Dec 2026
Tests14 (11 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate78.6%

Mileage

175,538 mi
Last recorded175,538 miles
Recorded on21 Nov 2025
Typical for 2012 Volvo V7089,810 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationVU62 NXT
MakeVolvo
ModelV70
Year2012
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,400cc

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MOT History

11 pass 3 fail
Pass 21 Nov 2025 175,538 miles

covers underbody restricting full inspection of vehicle

Pass 23 Nov 2024 163,310 miles

covers under body restricting full inspection of vehicle

surface rust appearing under body

Fail 23 Nov 2024 163,308 miles

Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

covers under body restricting full inspection of vehicle

surface rust appearing under body

Pass 19 Dec 2023 150,992 miles

surface rust appearing under body covers under body front to rear

Fail 18 Dec 2023 150,981 miles

Offside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

surface rust appearing under body covers under body front to rear

Pass 26 Nov 2022 138,379 miles

engine cover and undertray fitted

Fail 26 Nov 2022 138,379 miles

Nearside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))

Offside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))

engine cover and undertray fitted

Pass 17 Dec 2021 123,539 miles

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

Offside Front 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 10 Dec 2020 109,907 miles
Pass 24 Aug 2019 95,956 miles
Pass 1 Sep 2018 87,520 miles
Pass 2 Sep 2017 77,624 miles
Pass 5 Sep 2016 67,472 miles

both rear tyres worn inner edge

Pass 17 Aug 2015 49,168 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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VU62 NXT is a 2012 Volvo V70 in Blue with a 2,400cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.6%.

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 VU62 NXT, 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.

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What year was VU62 NXT registered?

VU62 NXT is a 2012 Volvo V70, first registered on 17 September 2012.

Is VU62 NXT safe to buy?

The MOT history for VU62 NXT shows 14 tests with a 78.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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