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YF62 CWK

2012 Volvo V40

Blue Diesel 1560cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires25 Jan 2027
Tests12 (12 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

183,512 mi
Last recorded183,512 miles
Recorded on21 Jan 2026
Typical for 2012 Volvo V4075,001 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYF62 CWK
MakeVolvo
ModelV40
Year2012
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,560cc

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MOT History

12 pass
Pass 21 Jan 2026 183,512 miles
Pass 20 Jan 2025 177,732 miles

Battery insecure but not likely to fall from carrier (4.13 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Pass 25 Jan 2024 162,843 miles

Exhaust emits black smoke during acceleration (8.2.1.2 (g))

Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both front sides (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 11 Jan 2023 146,527 miles

Under-trays/Engine cover fitted obscuring view of some components

Pass 8 Jan 2022 128,709 miles

Under-trays/Engine cover fitted obscuring view of some components

Pass 26 Jan 2021 120,763 miles
Pass 17 Jan 2020 112,806 miles

nail in o/s rear tyre tread

Pass 4 Jan 2019 101,911 miles
Pass 3 Jan 2018 89,030 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

both front tyres worn to 3mm

Pass 18 Jan 2017 76,607 miles

o/s rear tyre worn to 3mm

pads wearing low front and rear

Pass 19 Nov 2015 63,649 miles

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

Rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Pass 12 Nov 2015 63,468 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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YF62 CWK is a 2012 Volvo V40 in Blue with a 1,560cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 YF62 CWK, 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 YF62 CWK registered?

YF62 CWK is a 2012 Volvo V40, first registered on 12 December 2012.

Is YF62 CWK safe to buy?

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