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NL62 WYX

2012 Volvo V40

Black Diesel 1560cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires19 Mar 2023
Tests12 (8 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

158,008 mi
Last recorded158,008 miles
Recorded on3 Mar 2022
Typical for 2012 Volvo V4075,001 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationNL62 WYX
MakeVolvo
ModelV40
Year2012
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,560cc

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MOT History

8 pass 4 fail
Pass 3 Mar 2022 158,008 miles
Pass 19 Mar 2021 133,379 miles

Front Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))

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

Fail 19 Mar 2021 133,379 miles

Front Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))

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

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

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

Pass 20 Mar 2020 116,180 miles
Pass 20 Feb 2019 102,322 miles
Fail 20 Feb 2019 102,322 miles

Supplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))

Pass 22 Feb 2018 82,133 miles
Fail 22 Feb 2018 82,133 miles

Supplementary Restraint System warning lamp indicates a fault (5.4.2)

Pass 3 Feb 2017 79,820 miles
Pass 2 Sep 2016 72,609 miles

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Fail 2 Sep 2016 72,609 miles

Nearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Offside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit 0mm inner edged (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit 0mm inner edged (4.1.E.1)

Pass 21 Sep 2015 56,783 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit 2mm,0mm inner edged (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit 0mm inner n outer edged (4.1.E.1)

brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both front (3.5.1i)

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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NL62 WYX is a 2012 Volvo V40 in Black with a 1,560cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 NL62 WYX, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was NL62 WYX registered?

NL62 WYX is a 2012 Volvo V40, first registered on 30 September 2012.

Is NL62 WYX safe to buy?

The MOT history for NL62 WYX shows 12 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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