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DE62 KTK

2012 Volvo V40

Red Diesel 1560cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires17 May 2025
Tests13 (10 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate76.9%

Mileage

143,077 mi
Last recorded143,077 miles
Recorded on18 May 2024
Typical for 2012 Volvo V4075,001 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDE62 KTK
MakeVolvo
ModelV40
Year2012
ColourRed
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,560cc

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MOT History

10 pass 3 fail
Pass 18 May 2024 143,077 miles

Offside Rear Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

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

Pass 4 Mar 2023 126,179 miles
Fail 4 Mar 2023 126,179 miles

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

Pass 7 Mar 2022 97,582 miles
Fail 4 Mar 2022 97,582 miles

Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Undertray likely to become detached engine (6.2.1 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 30 Jul 2021 96,111 miles

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

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

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Pass 27 Jul 2020 92,362 miles

Front Brake drum worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Rear Brake drum worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured both rear (4.4.3 (a))

Pass 29 Jul 2019 88,553 miles

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

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 23 Jul 2018 87,028 miles
Fail 23 Jul 2018 87,028 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Front Headlamp aim so that beam "kick up" is not visible on the screen (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 21 Jul 2017 83,866 miles
Pass 1 Aug 2016 77,264 miles

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

Pass 16 Oct 2015 66,462 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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DE62 KTK is a 2012 Volvo V40 in Red with a 1,560cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.9%.

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 DE62 KTK, 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 DE62 KTK registered?

DE62 KTK is a 2012 Volvo V40, first registered on 31 October 2012.

Is DE62 KTK safe to buy?

The MOT history for DE62 KTK shows 13 tests with a 76.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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