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DV62 KDU

2012 Volvo V40

Blue Diesel 1560cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires19 Nov 2022
Tests8 (7 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

82,885 mi
Last recorded82,885 miles
Recorded on20 Nov 2021
Typical for 2012 Volvo V4075,001 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDV62 KDU
MakeVolvo
ModelV40
Year2012
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,560cc

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MOT History

7 pass 1 fail
Pass 20 Nov 2021 82,885 miles

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

Nearside slight damage to door mirror

rear exhaust mounting corroded

Fail 20 Nov 2021 82,885 miles

Rear Brake disc significantly and obviously worn (1.1.14 (a) (i))

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

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

Nearside slight damage to door mirror

rear exhaust mounting corroded

Pass 18 Nov 2020 78,733 miles

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

Offside Front Inner tyre worn

exhaust mountings rusting

under vehicle covers fitted

Pass 5 Nov 2019 72,930 miles
Pass 19 Oct 2018 63,217 miles
Pass 16 Oct 2017 58,872 miles
Pass 17 Oct 2016 54,803 miles
Pass 22 Sep 2015 48,210 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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DV62 KDU is a 2012 Volvo V40 in Blue with a 1,560cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

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 DV62 KDU, 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 DV62 KDU registered?

DV62 KDU is a 2012 Volvo V40, first registered on 10 October 2012.

Is DV62 KDU safe to buy?

The MOT history for DV62 KDU shows 8 tests with a 87.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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