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BV62 DHY

2012 Volvo V40

Grey Diesel 1560cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires12 Dec 2026
Tests17 (11 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate64.7%

Mileage

166,893 mi
Last recorded166,893 miles
Recorded on26 Nov 2025
Typical for 2012 Volvo V4075,001 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBV62 DHY
MakeVolvo
ModelV40
Year2012
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,560cc

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MOT History

11 pass 6 fail
Pass 26 Nov 2025 166,893 miles
Fail 26 Nov 2025 166,893 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))

Pass 2 Dec 2024 161,029 miles
Fail 27 Nov 2024 161,029 miles

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

Pass 4 Dec 2023 156,085 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 28 Nov 2022 147,288 miles

Offside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))

Fail 28 Nov 2022 147,288 miles

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

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))

Pass 13 Dec 2021 139,016 miles
Fail 13 Dec 2021 139,016 miles

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

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

Pass 11 Dec 2020 130,764 miles
Fail 11 Dec 2020 130,762 miles

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

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

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

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

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

Nearside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

Pass 23 Jul 2019 118,640 miles
Pass 16 May 2018 109,302 miles
Pass 12 Apr 2017 97,443 miles

engine undercover fitted not allowing full inspection

Pass 24 Oct 2016 85,649 miles
Fail 24 Oct 2016 85,649 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 7 Oct 2015 61,679 miles

vehicle has engine covers fitted

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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BV62 DHY is a 2012 Volvo V40 in Grey 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 BV62 DHY, 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 BV62 DHY registered?

BV62 DHY is a 2012 Volvo V40, first registered on 25 October 2012.

Is BV62 DHY safe to buy?

The MOT history for BV62 DHY 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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