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AO62 BHX

2012 Volvo V40

Blue Diesel 1560cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires24 Sep 2026
Tests13 (12 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.3%

Mileage

131,541 mi
Last recorded131,541 miles
Recorded on23 Sep 2025
Typical for 2012 Volvo V4075,001 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAO62 BHX
MakeVolvo
ModelV40
Year2012
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,560cc

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MOT History

12 pass 1 fail
Pass 23 Sep 2025 131,541 miles

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

Pass 17 Sep 2024 119,088 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))

Pass 20 Sep 2023 105,104 miles

Nearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

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

Pass 24 Sep 2022 96,494 miles
Fail 23 Sep 2022 96,410 miles

Brake performance not tested (1.2.1 (g))

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

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

Nearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 16 Sep 2021 81,197 miles
Pass 25 Sep 2020 71,844 miles

Offside Rear Tyre obviously under inflated (5.2.3 (l))

Pass 15 Jul 2019 57,783 miles

nearside rear tyre worn on inner edge.

offside front tyre worn low and perished.

Pass 3 Aug 2018 44,693 miles
Pass 12 Jun 2018 44,613 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 3.5mm tread (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 3.5mm tread (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 29 Nov 2017 42,787 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

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

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

Pass 28 Nov 2016 35,624 miles
Pass 6 Nov 2015 27,295 miles

How Reliable is the Volvo V40?

Based on 1,865,374 MOT tests across 172,439 vehicles.

73.7%
Pass Rate
6,937
Miles/Year
30
Year Lifespan
172,439
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

position lamp(s) not working 66,595
Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 49,904
Brake pipe excessively corroded 43,421
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 28,897
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 27,218
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AO62 BHX is a 2012 Volvo V40 in Blue with a 1,560cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.3%.

Across all 2012 Volvo V40 models, the average MOT pass rate is 78.7% with a typical mileage of 75,001 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Volvo V40 fails its MOT is position lamp(s) not working, accounting for 66,595 recorded failures. If you're considering buying AO62 BHX, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Volvo V40 typically stays on UK roads for around 30 years. At 14 years old, this Volvo V40 is still in the earlier part of its expected life.

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What year was AO62 BHX registered?

AO62 BHX is a 2012 Volvo V40, first registered on 30 November 2012.

Is AO62 BHX safe to buy?

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