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YT62 ZGZ

2012 Volvo V40

Blue Diesel 1560cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires19 Sep 2026
Tests12 (11 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate91.7%

Mileage

236,646 mi
Last recorded236,646 miles
Recorded on18 Sep 2025
Typical for 2012 Volvo V4075,001 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYT62 ZGZ
MakeVolvo
ModelV40
Year2012
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,560cc

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MOT History

11 pass 1 fail
Pass 18 Sep 2025 236,646 miles

Nearside Front Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))

Offside Front Upper Macpherson strut mounting damaged but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 17 Sep 2024 209,761 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

Oil leak, but not excessive gear box oil leak (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Play in steering rack inner joint(s) both sides ()

Fail 17 Sep 2024 209,761 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

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

Oil leak, but not excessive gear box oil leak (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Play in steering rack inner joint(s) both sides ()

Pass 18 Sep 2023 186,109 miles

Front Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. ON LIMITS (1.2.1 (b) (i))

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

Pass 17 Sep 2022 163,840 miles

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

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

Pass 17 Sep 2021 139,952 miles
Pass 10 Sep 2020 120,802 miles

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

Pass 6 Sep 2019 113,746 miles
Pass 5 Sep 2018 95,914 miles
Pass 20 Sep 2017 79,189 miles

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

Pass 16 Sep 2016 65,660 miles
Pass 15 Sep 2015 47,304 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin Both sides (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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YT62 ZGZ 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 91.7%.

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 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 YT62 ZGZ, 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 YT62 ZGZ registered?

YT62 ZGZ is a 2012 Volvo V40, first registered on 20 September 2012.

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The MOT history for YT62 ZGZ shows 12 tests with a 91.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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