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RO12 UDX

2012 Volvo S40

Red Diesel 1997cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires31 Jan 2022
Tests8 (7 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

127,965 mi
Last recorded127,965 miles
Recorded on29 Jan 2021
Typical for 2012 Volvo S4071,329 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRO12 UDX
MakeVolvo
ModelS40
Year2012
ColourRed
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,997cc

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MOT History

7 pass 1 fail
Pass 29 Jan 2021 127,965 miles
Pass 25 Jan 2020 117,486 miles

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

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

engine covers and undertrasy fitted to vehicle

outer sill covers fitted to vehicle

Fail 25 Jan 2020 117,486 miles

Electronic stability control warning lamp indicates a fault (7.12 (e))

Nearside Front Track rod end modification unsafe (2.1.3 (f) (i))

Nearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

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

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

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

engine covers and undertrasy fitted to vehicle

outer sill covers fitted to vehicle

Pass 30 Jan 2019 105,652 miles

Central Stop lamp(s) non-obligatory stop lamp not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Engine covers and under trays fitted to the vehicle.

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

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

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

Pass 31 Jan 2018 90,671 miles

engine cover,under tray & plastic sill covers fitted

Pass 24 Jan 2017 79,894 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 1 Feb 2016 64,698 miles

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

Pass 23 Jan 2015 47,988 miles

How Reliable is the Volvo S40?

Based on 1,390,271 MOT tests across 104,646 vehicles.

69.9%
Pass Rate
6,355
Miles/Year
30
Year Lifespan
104,646
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

position lamp(s) not working 60,127
Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 53,645
Registration plate lamp not working 51,350
Brake pipe excessively corroded 36,593
Direction indicator incorrect colour 29,671
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RO12 UDX is a 2012 Volvo S40 in Red with a 1,997cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

Across all 2012 Volvo S40 models, the average MOT pass rate is 76.5% with a typical mileage of 71,329 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Volvo S40 fails its MOT is position lamp(s) not working, accounting for 60,127 recorded failures. If you're considering buying RO12 UDX, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Volvo S40 typically stays on UK roads for around 30 years. At 14 years old, this Volvo S40 is still in the earlier part of its expected life.

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What year was RO12 UDX registered?

RO12 UDX is a 2012 Volvo S40, first registered on 22 March 2012.

Is RO12 UDX safe to buy?

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