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AV62 HRX

2012 Volvo V40

Silver Diesel 1560cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires1 Dec 2026
Tests17 (11 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate64.7%

Mileage

103,739 mi
Last recorded103,739 miles
Recorded on26 Nov 2025
Typical for 2012 Volvo V4075,001 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAV62 HRX
MakeVolvo
ModelV40
Year2012
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,560cc

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MOT History

11 pass 6 fail
Pass 26 Nov 2025 103,739 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))

Fail 26 Nov 2025 103,739 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

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 26 Nov 2024 96,406 miles
Pass 29 Nov 2023 90,919 miles
Fail 24 Nov 2023 90,914 miles

Nearside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Pass 2 Dec 2022 87,214 miles

Central Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Nearside Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge worn to 2nd skin inner edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 22 Nov 2021 77,710 miles

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

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing cracked between treads (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

low fuel light on

Fail 17 Nov 2021 77,710 miles

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

Offside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

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

Nearside Rear Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

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

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing cracked between treads (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

low fuel light on

Pass 3 Nov 2020 64,857 miles
Fail 2 Nov 2020 64,837 miles

Nearside Side repeater missing mirror repeater (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Side repeater not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 31 Oct 2019 52,123 miles

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

near side rear tyre tread shows extensive uneven wear, is worn extensively bald at the edge(suspect that the tread is worn close to exposing the cords) and shows deep splits.

odd speed rated tyres are fitted at the rear axel.

Fail 31 Oct 2019 52,123 miles

Offside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Items removed from driver's view prior to test ()

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

Offside Front Windscreen wiper blade defective extensively split/deteriorated. (3.4 (b) (i))

near side front wiper blade is smearing the screen.

near side rear tyre tread shows extensive uneven wear, is worn extensively bald at the edge(suspect that the tread is worn close to exposing the cords) and shows deep splits.

odd speed rated tyres are fitted at the rear axel.

Pass 6 Sep 2018 32,303 miles

engine covers fitted and/or under trays fitted, not allowing full inspection

Fail 4 Sep 2018 32,303 miles

Nearside Side repeater not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside repeater damage

engine covers fitted and/or under trays fitted, not allowing full inspection

Pass 21 Sep 2017 13,952 miles
Pass 28 Sep 2016 11,234 miles
Pass 28 Sep 2015 8,930 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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AV62 HRX is a 2012 Volvo V40 in Silver with a 1,560cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 64.7%.

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

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 AV62 HRX, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was AV62 HRX registered?

AV62 HRX is a 2012 Volvo V40, first registered on 6 October 2012.

Is AV62 HRX safe to buy?

The MOT history for AV62 HRX shows 17 tests with a 64.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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