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2012 Volvo V40 1.6L Diesel · AD12 AZN

AD12 AZN

2012 Volvo V40 (1.6L, diesel). First registered 27 Jul 2012. Recorded mileage 114,102 miles. MOT valid until 26 Jul 2027. Taxed until 01 Apr 2027.

Make & Model
VOLVO V40
Year / Origin
2012 · Peterborough
Safety Recall
Unknown
MOT Status
Valid until 26 Jul 2027
Road Tax
Taxed (01 Apr 2027)
Recorded Mileage
114,102 mi
ULEZ Compliance
Non-Compliant (Pre-Euro 6 Diesel)
Fuel & Engine
Diesel · 1.6L
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MOT Status
Valid
Valid until 26 Jul 2027
Tax Status
Taxed
Tax due 01 Apr 2027
Fuel Type
Diesel
Year
2012
Engine
1560cc
Mechanical Assessment

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The vehicle holds a current MOT certificate following a clean pass on 6 July 2026. The maintenance trend appears stable, as the vehicle has passed all recorded tests since 2019 without a single failure. The most recent inspection showed no defects, which follows a period in 2025 where the tester flagged tyre-related issues. The recorded mileage of 114,102 miles reflects an average annual usage of approximately 8,150 miles over the 14-year lifespan of this 2012 Volvo V40. This level of usage is consistent with typical UK driving patterns. The MOT history provides a continuous annual record from 2019 through to mid-2026, indicating regular inspections and no significant gaps in the testing timeline. A buyer should pay close attention to the condition of the tyres. The 2025 test at an unspecified mileage noted an under-inflated offside front tyre and issued advisories for cracking or perishing on both the nearside and offside rear tyres. While the 2023 test also flagged a perishing nearside front tyre, the 2026 pass suggests these consumables have since been addressed. Physical inspection of the tyre sidewalls for age-related degradation or cracking remains necessary. Beyond the tyre advisories, the MOT history contains no recorded issues regarding structural integrity, brake performance, suspension components, or exhaust emissions. No advisories for corrosion or mechanical wear were noted in the most recent three years of testing.
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AD12 AZN Key Findings

  • 5 MOT tests recorded
  • Latest MOT passed on 06/07/2026
  • 114,102 miles recorded at latest MOT
  • No defects recorded at the latest MOT
  • Recurring tyres items (4 mentions)

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AD12 AZN MOT History

Vehicle record last updated: 4 Oct 2026, 15:24
MOT Analysis

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5 MOT tests are recorded for this 2012 Volvo V40 (AD12 AZN) between June 2022 and July 2026.

The record contains 5 passes and 0 failures.

The record shows no MOT failures, although 3 advisory notices note items to monitor.

Across all tests, the most frequently flagged areas are: Tyres (4 issues). Repeated mentions in one area can indicate an ongoing pattern worth checking in person.

In total 3 advisory notices are recorded. Advisories flag items that passed but may need attention before the next test; they are not evidence of how well the vehicle has been serviced.

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AD12 AZN Mileage History

  1. 30/06/2022101,949 mi
  2. 12/07/2023105,440 mi+3,491 mi
  3. 16/07/2024108,815 mi+3,375 mi
  4. 22/07/2025111,544 mi+2,729 mi
  5. 06/07/2026114,102 mi+2,558 mi

Average of roughly 3,026 miles per year across 5 recorded odometer readings.

Technical Specifications

May be subject to ULEZ charges

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MOT Roadworthiness: Excellent

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