MOT Status
ExpiredMileage
183,596 miSignificantly above average — investigate
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50+ data pointsMOT History
Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both sides, inner edges (5.2.3 (e))
Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured both sides (4.4.3 (a))
engine/under/sill covers
surface corrosion on discs, appears to have been stood.
Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement offside and nearside (5.3.4 (a) (i))
Nearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS
Offside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS
Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement offside and nearside (5.3.4 (a) (i))
Manufactures engine and body/sill covers fitted restricting inspection of components
Manufactures engine and body/sill covers fitted restricting inspection of components
Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit offside and nearside (4.1.E.1)
offside and nearside front tyres worn at inner edges
Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
How Reliable is the Volvo V40?
Based on 1,865,374 MOT tests across 172,439 vehicles.
Top MOT Failure Points
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YY12 UWS is a 2012 Volvo V40 in Red with a 1,560cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.8%.
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 YY12 UWS, 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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How do I check the history of YY12 UWS?
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What year was YY12 UWS registered?
YY12 UWS is a 2012 Volvo V40, first registered on 24 July 2012.
Is YY12 UWS safe to buy?
The MOT history for YY12 UWS shows 11 tests with a 81.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.
Does YY12 UWS have outstanding finance?
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