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GU62 UKB

2012 Volvo V40

Black Diesel 1560cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires16 Jul 2026
Tests15 (11 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate73.3%

Mileage

151,701 mi
Last recorded151,701 miles
Recorded on17 Jul 2025
Typical for 2012 Volvo V4075,001 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGU62 UKB
MakeVolvo
ModelV40
Year2012
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,560cc

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MOT History

11 pass 4 fail
Pass 17 Jul 2025 151,701 miles

Nearside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Nearside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge almost cords 205/55r16 (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front DRL inoperative

Offside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge almost cords 205/55r16 (5.2.3 (e))

Fail 16 Jul 2025 151,699 miles

Nearside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

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

Nearside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Nearside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge almost cords 205/55r16 (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front DRL inoperative

Offside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge almost cords 205/55r16 (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 1 Jul 2024 127,347 miles

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

Fail 1 Jul 2024 127,347 miles

Nearside Front Position lamp not working side light (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

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

Offside Front Position lamp not working side light (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Inner Tyre has ply or cords exposed 205/55r16 (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Front Inner Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing inner and outer edges (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

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

Pass 23 May 2023 99,901 miles

Nearside Front Inner Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing and outer edge (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Front Nail in tyre and outer edge ()

Pass 25 May 2022 77,707 miles
Fail 25 May 2022 77,707 miles

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Pass 21 May 2021 70,804 miles

Front tyres worn to the limit

Pass 1 Jun 2020 64,035 miles
Fail 1 Jun 2020 64,035 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low adjusters not working (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 18 Feb 2019 61,940 miles

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

Nearside Rear Mudguard insecure ()

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Undertray fitted obstructing some under engine components

front wipers smearing

Pass 9 Jul 2018 51,321 miles

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

Offside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Pass 17 Jul 2017 44,633 miles

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

Pass 7 Jul 2016 36,532 miles
Pass 10 Dec 2015 27,554 miles

front washers and wipers poor

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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GU62 UKB is a 2012 Volvo V40 in Black 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 GU62 UKB, 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 GU62 UKB registered?

GU62 UKB is a 2012 Volvo V40, first registered on 18 December 2012.

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