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KP62 GFX

2012 Volvo V40

Blue Petrol 1596cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires6 Oct 2026
Tests14 (11 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate78.6%

Mileage

121,299 mi
Last recorded121,299 miles
Recorded on24 Sep 2025
Typical for 2012 Volvo V4075,001 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKP62 GFX
MakeVolvo
ModelV40
Year2012
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,596cc

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MOT History

11 pass 3 fail
Pass 24 Sep 2025 121,299 miles
Pass 1 Oct 2024 114,831 miles

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

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

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

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

Pass 12 Sep 2023 104,978 miles
Fail 12 Sep 2023 104,977 miles

Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))

Exhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))

Exhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))

Exhaust carbon monoxide content at idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))

Exhaust hydrocarbon content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))

Exhaust hydrocarbon content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (a))

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

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

Pass 13 Sep 2022 96,905 miles
Fail 12 Sep 2022 96,904 miles

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

Pass 17 Sep 2021 87,726 miles
Fail 17 Sep 2021 87,726 miles

Offside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed inner part showing cords.. (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 7 Oct 2020 81,975 miles

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

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Heavy wear at inner shoulder. (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 20 Nov 2019 77,424 miles

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

Pass 19 Nov 2018 68,908 miles

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

Pass 15 Nov 2017 60,078 miles
Pass 15 Nov 2016 49,013 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin 75% worn (3.5.1g)

Pass 9 Nov 2015 37,604 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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KP62 GFX is a 2012 Volvo V40 in Blue with a 1,596cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.6%.

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 KP62 GFX, 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 KP62 GFX registered?

KP62 GFX is a 2012 Volvo V40, first registered on 3 December 2012.

Is KP62 GFX safe to buy?

The MOT history for KP62 GFX shows 14 tests with a 78.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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