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BD62 XBT

2012 Volvo V40

Grey Diesel 1560cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 Mar 2025
Tests10 (9 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate90%

Mileage

88,736 mi
Last recorded88,736 miles
Recorded on25 Mar 2024
Typical for 2012 Volvo V4075,001 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBD62 XBT
MakeVolvo
ModelV40
Year2012
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,560cc

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MOT History

9 pass 1 fail
Pass 25 Mar 2024 88,736 miles
Pass 29 Mar 2023 84,847 miles
Pass 11 Mar 2022 77,776 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 26 Oct 2020 62,938 miles
Pass 22 Oct 2019 55,178 miles
Pass 23 Oct 2018 42,458 miles
Pass 23 Oct 2017 30,360 miles
Pass 3 Nov 2016 21,455 miles
Pass 9 Nov 2015 18,414 miles

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

Fail 9 Nov 2015 18,414 miles

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

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

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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BD62 XBT is a 2012 Volvo V40 in Grey with a 1,560cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90%.

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 BD62 XBT, 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

How do I check the history of BD62 XBT?

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What year was BD62 XBT registered?

BD62 XBT is a 2012 Volvo V40, first registered on 28 November 2012.

Is BD62 XBT safe to buy?

The MOT history for BD62 XBT shows 10 tests with a 90% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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