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WV62 WHX

2012 Volvo V40

White Diesel 1560cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires31 Aug 2026
Tests13 (11 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate84.6%

Mileage

121,942 mi
Last recorded121,942 miles
Recorded on11 Aug 2025
Typical for 2012 Volvo V4075,001 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationWV62 WHX
MakeVolvo
ModelV40
Year2012
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,560cc

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MOT History

11 pass 2 fail
Pass 11 Aug 2025 121,942 miles

rear tyres wearing on inner deges

Pass 13 Aug 2024 106,713 miles
Pass 11 Aug 2023 96,025 miles
Pass 3 Aug 2022 84,127 miles

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

Nearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge tyre worn on inside & on 3mm (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 23 Aug 2021 70,638 miles
Pass 7 Aug 2020 60,190 miles

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread Faded (0.1 (b))

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread Faded (0.1 (b))

Pass 6 Aug 2019 53,581 miles

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

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

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

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

Offside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

Pass 24 Aug 2018 48,034 miles

All brake discs slightly corroded/poor, pads ok.

Offside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement wishbone (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Fail 24 Aug 2018 48,034 miles

All brake discs slightly corroded/poor, pads ok.

Offside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement wishbone (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure also cut to cord. (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Pass 23 Aug 2017 40,487 miles

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

Fail 22 Aug 2017 40,487 miles

Offside Rear Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

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

Pass 19 Aug 2016 33,002 miles
Pass 10 Aug 2015 23,371 miles

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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WV62 WHX is a 2012 Volvo V40 in White with a 1,560cc 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 WV62 WHX, 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 WV62 WHX registered?

WV62 WHX is a 2012 Volvo V40, first registered on 1 September 2012.

Is WV62 WHX safe to buy?

The MOT history for WV62 WHX shows 13 tests with a 84.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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