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FT62 FTZ

2012 Volvo V40

Grey Diesel 1560cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires5 Nov 2026
Tests15 (11 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate73.3%

Mileage

122,433 mi
Last recorded122,433 miles
Recorded on6 Nov 2025
Typical for 2012 Volvo V4075,001 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFT62 FTZ
MakeVolvo
ModelV40
Year2012
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,560cc

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MOT History

11 pass 4 fail
Pass 6 Nov 2025 122,433 miles

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

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

Nearside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

Nearside Rear 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 Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 25 Oct 2024 116,790 miles

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

Fail 23 Oct 2024 116,779 miles

Exhaust emissions exceed manufacturer's specified limit (8.2.2.2 (a))

Offside Rear Upper Shock absorbers insecurely attached (5.3.2 (a) (i))

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

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

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

Pass 16 Oct 2023 109,378 miles

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

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged Sidewall (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 24 Oct 2022 104,388 miles

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

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

suspension top mounts noisy/creaking on steering

Fail 24 Oct 2022 104,388 miles

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

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

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

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

suspension top mounts noisy/creaking on steering

Pass 3 Nov 2021 94,952 miles

Offside Rear tyre wearing on outer edge

Pass 30 Sep 2020 87,254 miles

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

Pass 24 Oct 2019 83,305 miles

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

Pass 21 Nov 2018 73,575 miles
Pass 21 Nov 2017 64,635 miles

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

Pass 16 Nov 2016 56,638 miles

front brake pads low

rear brake pads low

Fail 16 Nov 2016 56,638 miles

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

front brake pads low

rear brake pads low

Pass 6 Nov 2015 46,253 miles

Nearside Front tyre side wall slightly damage

Fail 6 Nov 2015 46,253 miles

Nearside Front tyre side wall slightly damage

Offside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

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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FT62 FTZ 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 FT62 FTZ, 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 FT62 FTZ registered?

FT62 FTZ is a 2012 Volvo V40, first registered on 5 December 2012.

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