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FW12 FBD

2012 Volvo V40

White Diesel 1588cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires6 Nov 2018
Tests4 (4 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

117,842 mi
Last recorded117,842 miles
Recorded on7 Nov 2017
Typical for 2012 Volvo V4075,001 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFW12 FBD
MakeVolvo
ModelV40
Year2012
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,588cc

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MOT History

4 pass
Pass 7 Nov 2017 117,842 miles

Both rear tyres 3mm of tread approx worn on edges

Nearside Front Inner Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)

Nearside front tyre 3mm of tread approx worn on inner edge

Offside Rear Inner Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)

Pass 26 Sep 2016 97,844 miles

Both front tyres worn slightly on inner edges

Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim Offside front (4.2.A.1a)

Slight cut to nearside rear tyre outer sidewall

Pass 17 Jul 2015 71,161 miles

both front tyres wearing slightly on inner edges

Pass 15 Apr 2013 12,397 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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FW12 FBD is a 2012 Volvo V40 in White with a 1,588cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 4 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 FW12 FBD, 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 FW12 FBD registered?

FW12 FBD is a 2012 Volvo V40, first registered on 13 July 2012.

Is FW12 FBD safe to buy?

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