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WL62 DNJ

2012 Volvo V40

White Diesel 1560cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires17 Aug 2026
Tests12 (10 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

57,375 mi
Last recorded57,375 miles
Recorded on8 Aug 2025
Typical for 2012 Volvo V4075,001 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationWL62 DNJ
MakeVolvo
ModelV40
Year2012
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,560cc

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MOT History

10 pass 2 fail
Pass 8 Aug 2025 57,375 miles
Fail 6 Aug 2025 57,357 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

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

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

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

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 13 Aug 2024

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

Pass 16 Aug 2023 47,005 miles
Pass 15 Aug 2022 41,987 miles

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

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

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

Pass 18 Aug 2021 34,926 miles
Fail 17 Aug 2021 34,926 miles

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

Pass 4 Aug 2020 34,764 miles
Pass 5 Jul 2019 33,729 miles
Pass 10 Jul 2018 33,269 miles
Pass 10 Jul 2017 29,503 miles

Nearside Items removed from driver's view prior to test ()

Pass 11 Jul 2016 25,718 miles

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

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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WL62 DNJ is a 2012 Volvo V40 in White with a 1,560cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 WL62 DNJ, 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 WL62 DNJ registered?

WL62 DNJ is a 2012 Volvo V40, first registered on 12 December 2012.

Is WL62 DNJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for WL62 DNJ shows 12 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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