CarVerify

Free Car Check

NV62 HLN

2012 Volvo V40

Red Diesel 1600cc
Search another vehicle

MOT Status

Valid
Expires4 Feb 2027
Tests8 (7 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

65,965 mi
Last recorded65,965 miles
Recorded on21 Jan 2026
Typical for 2012 Volvo V4075,001 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

4 checks still locked for this Volvo
Stolen
Finance
Write-off
Keepers
Unlock full report — £4.99
Instant £30k guarantee
or single check £9.99

Not all car check providers offer a guarantee. Don't risk buying from services that can't back their data. CarVerify reports include a £30,000 finance data guarantee.

Vehicle Details

RegistrationNV62 HLN
MakeVolvo
ModelV40
Year2012
ColourRed
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,600cc

All premium checks include

50+ data points
Finance Check (Experian) Insurance Write-off Salvage Auction Stolen Check Previous Owners Ex-Taxi, Police, NHS Mileage Anomaly Import / Export Scrapped Check Plate Changes

MOT History

7 pass 1 fail
Pass 21 Jan 2026 65,965 miles
Pass 4 Feb 2025 58,593 miles

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

Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured nearside and offside (4.4.3 (a))

Pass 22 Jan 2024 53,499 miles
Pass 24 Jan 2023 50,400 miles
Pass 31 Jan 2022 48,303 miles
Pass 18 Jan 2021 45,367 miles
Pass 5 Feb 2020 70,605 miles
Fail 5 Feb 2020 70,584 miles

Exhaust emissions exceed manufacturer's specified limit 0.52 limit (8.2.2.2 (a))

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
Full Volvo V40 reliability report

Don't risk it. Know before you buy.

Not all vehicle check providers are the same. Some don't offer a data guarantee, which means if their information is wrong, you're on your own. Every CarVerify report is backed by a £30,000 finance data guarantee.

£30k guarantee Instant results Cancel anytime

NV62 HLN is a 2012 Volvo V40 in Red with a 1,600cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

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 NV62 HLN, 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

How do I check the history of NV62 HLN?

You can check the full history of NV62 HLN by running a full vehicle check. This shows you finance, stolen, write-off, MOT history, mileage records and more.

What year was NV62 HLN registered?

NV62 HLN is a 2012 Volvo V40, first registered on 26 November 2012.

Is NV62 HLN safe to buy?

The MOT history for NV62 HLN shows 8 tests with a 87.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does NV62 HLN have outstanding finance?

Finance checks require a premium vehicle report. This checks against all major UK finance providers to see if there is any outstanding finance on NV62 HLN. If you buy a car with outstanding finance, the finance company can repossess it.

No warranty or guarantee of accuracy is provided for any free data on this page. The data guarantee applies only to information obtained through the purchase of a full check.