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YF12 OCM

2012 Volvo S40

Red Diesel 1560cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires21 Apr 2027
Tests13 (8 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate61.5%

Mileage

125,239 mi
Last recorded125,239 miles
Recorded on22 Apr 2026
Typical for 2012 Volvo S4071,329 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYF12 OCM
MakeVolvo
ModelS40
Year2012
ColourRed
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,560cc

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MOT History

8 pass 5 fail
Pass 22 Apr 2026 125,239 miles

Offside Front Drive shaft damaged but serviceable (6.1.7 (e))

Offside Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Pass 10 Mar 2025 122,523 miles
Pass 3 Jul 2023 122,094 miles
Fail 3 Jul 2023 122,094 miles

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Pass 15 May 2019 113,656 miles
Fail 15 May 2019 113,656 miles

Nearside Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

Pass 15 May 2018 100,895 miles
Fail 11 May 2018 100,890 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Nearside Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Nearside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Offside Front Inner Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)

Offside Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Nearside Front head lamp cleaning device not working

Offside Front head lamp cleaning device not working

Pass 5 May 2017 92,479 miles
Fail 5 May 2017 92,479 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre has a lump, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure 205/50/17....93w....goodyear efficient grip (4.1.D.1b)

Pass 13 May 2016 80,380 miles
Fail 13 May 2016 80,377 miles

Offside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed 205/50/17 93W (4.1.D.1b)

Front tyres showing abnormal wear.

Pass 18 May 2015 69,468 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

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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YF12 OCM is a 2012 Volvo S40 in Red with a 1,560cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 61.5%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 YF12 OCM, 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 YF12 OCM registered?

YF12 OCM is a 2012 Volvo S40, first registered on 20 June 2012.

Is YF12 OCM safe to buy?

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