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YP62 WCD

2012 Volvo V40

Blue Diesel 1984cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires12 Dec 2026
Tests17 (11 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate64.7%

Mileage

188,557 mi
Last recorded188,557 miles
Recorded on8 Dec 2025
Typical for 2012 Volvo V4075,001 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYP62 WCD
MakeVolvo
ModelV40
Year2012
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,984cc

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MOT History

11 pass 6 fail
Pass 8 Dec 2025 188,557 miles

Offside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

Fail 8 Dec 2025 188,557 miles

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 2055516v (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Offside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

Pass 13 Dec 2024 186,228 miles

Nearside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (inner edge worn 2055516v) (5.2.3 (e))

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (2055516V) (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (inner edge worn 2055516v) (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (leaking grease) (6.1.7 (g) (i))

Fail 9 Dec 2024 186,224 miles

Front Headlamp aim unable to be tested (4.1.2 (b))

Nearside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens so that the light output is severely reduced (4.1.4 (b))

Nearside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

Nearside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))

Offside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens so that the light output is severely reduced (4.1.4 (b))

Offside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

Offside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))

Nearside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (inner edge worn 2055516v) (5.2.3 (e))

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (2055516V) (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (inner edge worn 2055516v) (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (leaking grease) (6.1.7 (g) (i))

Tyre obviously under inflated (all tyres underinflated) (5.2.3 (l))

Pass 7 Dec 2023 183,127 miles

Offside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))

Pass 8 Dec 2022 182,352 miles
Pass 3 Mar 2022 171,979 miles

Rear Shock absorbers has a reduced damping effect (5.3.2 (d))

Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement nearside and offside front (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 1 Mar 2021 153,553 miles

Offside Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge and nearside front (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 11 Mar 2020 137,888 miles
Fail 2 Mar 2020 137,869 miles

Nearside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))

Offside Rear Other passenger door cannot be opened from outside the vehicle (6.2.3 (a))

Pass 8 Oct 2018 117,253 miles
Fail 2 Oct 2018 117,017 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 25 Oct 2017 100,221 miles
Fail 19 Oct 2017 99,910 miles

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

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

Pass 13 Oct 2016 82,395 miles

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

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

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

Pass 22 Oct 2015 61,738 miles
Fail 22 Oct 2015 61,731 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

Offside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

Offside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

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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YP62 WCD is a 2012 Volvo V40 in Blue with a 1,984cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 64.7%.

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

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 YP62 WCD, 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 YP62 WCD registered?

YP62 WCD is a 2012 Volvo V40, first registered on 27 November 2012.

Is YP62 WCD safe to buy?

The MOT history for YP62 WCD shows 17 tests with a 64.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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