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FP12 URU

2012 Volvo S40

Grey Petrol 1560cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires17 Sep 2024
Tests12 (10 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

202,037 mi
Last recorded202,037 miles
Recorded on18 Sep 2023
Typical for 2012 Volvo S4071,329 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFP12 URU
MakeVolvo
ModelS40
Year2012
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,560cc

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MOT History

10 pass 2 fail
Pass 18 Sep 2023 202,037 miles
Pass 10 Sep 2022 194,106 miles

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

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

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 11 Sep 2021 182,447 miles

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 12 Sep 2020 164,589 miles

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

Fail 12 Sep 2020 164,589 miles

Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

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

Pass 14 Sep 2019 158,547 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 24 May 2018 143,671 miles

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

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

Pass 14 Jun 2017 131,650 miles

Nearside Front Inner Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

Pass 12 Jul 2016 118,535 miles

Offside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt inner. (2.5.C.1a)

Fail 12 Jul 2016 118,535 miles

Nearside Track rod end loose (2.2.B.1d)

Offside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt inner. (2.5.C.1a)

Pass 17 Jul 2015 100,659 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Pass 9 Jul 2014 83,985 miles

How Reliable is the Volvo S40?

Based on 1,390,271 MOT tests across 104,646 vehicles.

69.9%
Pass Rate
6,355
Miles/Year
30
Year Lifespan
104,646
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

position lamp(s) not working 60,127
Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 53,645
Registration plate lamp not working 51,350
Brake pipe excessively corroded 36,593
Direction indicator incorrect colour 29,671
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FP12 URU is a 2012 Volvo S40 in Grey with a 1,560cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

Across all 2012 Volvo S40 models, the average MOT pass rate is 76.5% with a typical mileage of 71,329 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Volvo S40 fails its MOT is position lamp(s) not working, accounting for 60,127 recorded failures. If you're considering buying FP12 URU, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Volvo S40 typically stays on UK roads for around 30 years. At 14 years old, this Volvo S40 is still in the earlier part of its expected life.

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What year was FP12 URU registered?

FP12 URU is a 2012 Volvo S40, first registered on 23 May 2012.

Is FP12 URU safe to buy?

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