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BG62 LVY

2012 Volvo V40

Blue Diesel 1560cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires12 Jun 2027
Tests16 (13 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate81.3%

Mileage

130,032 mi
Last recorded130,032 miles
Recorded on9 Jun 2026
Typical for 2012 Volvo V4075,001 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBG62 LVY
MakeVolvo
ModelV40
Year2012
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,560cc

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MOT History

13 pass 3 fail
Pass 9 Jun 2026 130,032 miles
Pass 3 Jun 2025 127,108 miles

All direction indicators slightly discoloured all (4.4.3 (a))

Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 1,96 mm (5.2.3 (e))

Offside 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 2.24 mm (5.2.3 (e))

covers fitted under car and over shills not allowing full inspection

Pass 15 May 2024 120,890 miles

Front tyres inner edge wearing.

Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Manufacture under covering fitted not allowing inspection.

Rear All direction indicators slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Fail 15 May 2024 120,890 miles

Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Front tyres inner edge wearing.

Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Manufacture under covering fitted not allowing inspection.

Rear All direction indicators slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Pass 13 Jun 2023 104,750 miles
Fail 9 Jun 2023 104,749 miles

Nearside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn trailing arm bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn trailing arm bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Central Front central mirror discoloured

Pass 13 Jan 2023 99,916 miles
Pass 14 Jan 2022 84,686 miles
Pass 16 Dec 2020 71,421 miles
Pass 13 Jan 2020 61,286 miles
Pass 14 Jan 2019 43,284 miles
Fail 14 Jan 2019 43,284 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

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

Pass 18 May 2018 41,367 miles
Pass 12 Jun 2017 36,905 miles
Pass 22 Aug 2016 34,024 miles
Pass 29 Oct 2015 29,642 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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BG62 LVY is a 2012 Volvo V40 in Blue with a 1,560cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.3%.

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 BG62 LVY, 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 BG62 LVY registered?

BG62 LVY is a 2012 Volvo V40, first registered on 8 November 2012.

Is BG62 LVY safe to buy?

The MOT history for BG62 LVY shows 16 tests with a 81.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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