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DG62 VZK

2012 Volvo V40

Blue Diesel 1984cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires1 Feb 2027
Tests18 (12 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

68,914 mi
Last recorded68,914 miles
Recorded on21 Jan 2026
Typical for 2012 Volvo V4075,001 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDG62 VZK
MakeVolvo
ModelV40
Year2012
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,984cc

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MOT History

12 pass 6 fail
Pass 21 Jan 2026 68,914 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))

Offside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Pass 27 Jan 2025 63,726 miles

Nearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Pass 29 Jan 2024 54,769 miles

Nearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Fail 29 Jan 2024 54,769 miles

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 205/50/17 (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

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

Nearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Pass 26 Jan 2023 45,666 miles

n/s/r and o/s/r suspension lower link arm bushes perished slightly

n/s/r and o/s/r suspension trailing arm front bush perished slightly

Pass 2 Feb 2022 39,326 miles
Pass 8 Dec 2021 39,297 miles
Fail 8 Dec 2021 39,297 miles

Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour both rear. (4.4.3 (a))

Fail 11 Nov 2021 39,174 miles

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

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

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

Nearside Front Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure marked yellow (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Front Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure marked yellow (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Rear Passenger's seat insecure child seat (6.2.6 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Pass 3 Nov 2020 34,714 miles

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing inner and outer wall also worn on outer edge (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

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

Pass 30 Oct 2019 33,197 miles

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Fail 30 Oct 2019 33,196 miles

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

Offside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure marked yellow (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 19 Oct 2018 30,230 miles

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

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

Pass 19 Sep 2017 27,278 miles
Pass 28 Sep 2016 22,620 miles
Fail 28 Sep 2016 22,620 miles

Offside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed inner shoulder (4.1.D.1b)

Pass 8 Oct 2015 18,315 miles
Fail 8 Oct 2015 18,315 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

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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DG62 VZK is a 2012 Volvo V40 in Blue with a 1,984cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 DG62 VZK, 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 DG62 VZK registered?

DG62 VZK is a 2012 Volvo V40, first registered on 16 October 2012.

Is DG62 VZK safe to buy?

The MOT history for DG62 VZK shows 18 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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