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AF62 YOJ

2012 Volvo V70

Grey Diesel 2400cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires13 Aug 2026
Tests16 (11 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate68.8%

Mileage

148,120 mi
Last recorded148,120 miles
Recorded on18 Jul 2025
Typical for 2012 Volvo V7089,810 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAF62 YOJ
MakeVolvo
ModelV70
Year2012
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,400cc

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MOT History

11 pass 5 fail
Pass 18 Jul 2025 148,120 miles

Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Pass 23 Jul 2024 140,652 miles

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

Pass 14 Aug 2023 131,853 miles
Fail 31 Jul 2023 131,657 miles

Nearside Headlamp levelling device inoperative aim low (4.1.5 (a))

Pass 25 Aug 2022 123,936 miles
Pass 23 Aug 2021 114,581 miles
Fail 23 Aug 2021 114,581 miles

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

Pass 25 Aug 2020 104,891 miles

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

Offside Rear Inner Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))

Pass 18 Sep 2019 94,945 miles
Fail 18 Sep 2019 94,945 miles

Offside Front Position lamp light intensity significantly reduced (4.2.3 (a) (ii))

Pass 28 Aug 2018 85,152 miles

Nearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

oily residue on undertray cant determine where its coming from

Pass 25 Aug 2017 71,038 miles

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

Oil leak engine oil leaking ()

Fail 23 Aug 2017 71,038 miles

Offside Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)

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

Oil leak engine oil leaking ()

tow bar electrics faulty

Pass 25 Aug 2016 54,126 miles
Pass 12 Sep 2015 38,948 miles
Fail 12 Sep 2015 38,948 miles

Nearside Front Inner Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Nearside Rear Inner Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

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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AF62 YOJ is a 2012 Volvo V70 in Grey with a 2,400cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 68.8%.

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 AF62 YOJ, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of AF62 YOJ?

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What year was AF62 YOJ registered?

AF62 YOJ is a 2012 Volvo V70, first registered on 20 September 2012.

Is AF62 YOJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for AF62 YOJ shows 16 tests with a 68.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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