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NJ62 LWM

2012 Volvo V40

Blue Diesel 1984cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires4 Oct 2026
Tests13 (11 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate84.6%

Mileage

187,921 mi
Last recorded187,921 miles
Recorded on24 Sep 2025
Typical for 2012 Volvo V4075,001 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationNJ62 LWM
MakeVolvo
ModelV40
Year2012
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,984cc

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MOT History

11 pass 2 fail
Pass 24 Sep 2025 187,921 miles

Suspension component corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 4 Oct 2024 162,317 miles

Driver's view Items removed from driver's view prior to test (3.1 (a) (ii))

Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both sides wear on inner shoulders (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))

Pass 5 Oct 2023 143,016 miles

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

Offside Front under arch cover missing

Pass 22 Aug 2022 126,083 miles
Pass 19 Aug 2021 120,710 miles
Pass 7 Sep 2020 117,448 miles

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

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

Fail 7 Sep 2020 117,448 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

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

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

Pass 19 Aug 2019 112,928 miles

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

Pass 13 Aug 2018 104,664 miles
Pass 21 Aug 2017 95,650 miles
Pass 10 Aug 2016 89,918 miles
Pass 21 Aug 2015 68,522 miles

Engine and underside covers fitted not allowing full inspection

N/s repeater lens broken

Fail 21 Aug 2015 68,521 miles

Nearside Side repeater not working (1.4.A.2c)

Engine and underside covers fitted not allowing full inspection

N/s repeater lens broken

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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NJ62 LWM is a 2012 Volvo V40 in Blue with a 1,984cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84.6%.

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 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 NJ62 LWM, 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 NJ62 LWM registered?

NJ62 LWM is a 2012 Volvo V40, first registered on 10 September 2012.

Is NJ62 LWM safe to buy?

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