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FE62 XOM

2012 Volvo V40

Grey Diesel 1560cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires15 Jan 2027
Tests15 (11 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate73.3%

Mileage

167,844 mi
Last recorded167,844 miles
Recorded on15 Jan 2026
Typical for 2012 Volvo V4075,001 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFE62 XOM
MakeVolvo
ModelV40
Year2012
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,560cc

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MOT History

11 pass 4 fail
Pass 15 Jan 2026 167,844 miles

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

Nearside Front Road wheel slightly distorted inner and outer (5.2.2 (c) (i))

Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt Both nearside and offside rear seats ()

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread Rear number plate cracked (0.1 (b))

Pass 11 Jan 2025 156,436 miles

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

Nearside Front Road wheel slightly distorted Outer wheel rim (5.2.2 (c) (i))

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

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

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread Rear number plate damaged/cracked (0.1 (b))

Pass 12 Jan 2024 143,795 miles

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Tread depth 2.6 and tyre perished (5.2.3 (e))

Fail 12 Jan 2024 143,795 miles

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

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

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Tread depth 2.6 and tyre perished (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 16 Jan 2023 139,511 miles

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

Fail 16 Jan 2023 139,511 miles

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

Brake fluid close to minimum mark (1.1.10 (d) (ii))

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

Pass 24 Aug 2021 132,868 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

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

Pass 24 Aug 2020 126,622 miles
Pass 27 Aug 2019 111,717 miles

scratch in screen caused by wiper

Fail 27 Aug 2019 111,717 miles

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

scratch in screen caused by wiper

Pass 24 Aug 2018 80,293 miles
Fail 24 Aug 2018 80,293 miles

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

nearside headlight smashed

Pass 25 Aug 2017 55,940 miles
Pass 19 Aug 2016 43,178 miles
Pass 25 Sep 2015 30,570 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

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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FE62 XOM is a 2012 Volvo V40 in Grey with a 1,560cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 73.3%.

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 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 FE62 XOM, 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 FE62 XOM registered?

FE62 XOM is a 2012 Volvo V40, first registered on 30 September 2012.

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