2012 Volvo V40 1.6L Diesel · BJ62 FVN
2012 Volvo V40 (1.6L, diesel). First registered 18 Oct 2012. Recorded mileage 130,838 miles. MOT valid until 13 Nov 2027.
- Make & Model
- VOLVO V40
- Year / Origin
- 2012 · Birmingham
- Safety Recall
- Unknown
- MOT Status
- Valid until 13 Nov 2027
- Road Tax
- —
- Recorded Mileage
- 130,838 mi
- ULEZ Compliance
- Non-Compliant (Pre-Euro 6 Diesel)
- Fuel & Engine
- Diesel · 1.6L
- Reliability Guide
- Common Faults
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BJ62 FVN Key Findings
- 15 MOT tests recorded
- Latest MOT passed on 05/11/2026
- 130,838 miles recorded at latest MOT
- 3 historical MOT failures
- No defects recorded at the latest MOT
- Recurring tyres items (8 mentions)
Derived directly from the recorded DVSA and DVLA data shown on this page.
BJ62 FVN MOT History
Interpretation generated from the recorded test data above — not an official DVSA statement and not a substitute for an independent inspection.
15 MOT tests are recorded for this 2012 Volvo V40 (BJ62 FVN) between October 2015 and November 2026.
The record contains 12 passes and 3 failures.
The most recent test on 05 November 2026 was a pass, although the earlier record includes 3 failures that buyers may want to investigate.
Across all tests, the most frequently flagged areas are: Tyres (8 issues), Brakes (6 issues), Suspension (1 issue). Repeated mentions in one area can indicate an ongoing pattern worth checking in person.
In total 13 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.
Recorded failure items include: “Nearside Front Inner Tyre tread pattern not visible over the whole tread area when minimum depth required is 1.0mm edge”; “Nearside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))”; “Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm cords. (4.1.E.1)”.
BJ62 FVN Mileage History
- 07/10/201536,534 mi
- 10/10/201651,050 mi+14,516 mi
- 07/11/201765,036 mi+13,986 mi
- 14/11/201765,041 mi+5 mi
- 31/10/201877,263 mi+12,222 mi
- 11/11/201985,205 mi+7,942 mi
- 29/10/202092,475 mi+7,270 mi
- 02/11/202198,244 mi+5,769 mi
- 04/11/2022104,446 mi+6,202 mi
- 13/11/2023111,723 mi+7,277 mi
- 14/11/2023111,723 mi
- 08/11/2024118,777 mi+7,054 mi
- 10/11/2025124,823 mi+6,046 mi
- 10/11/2025124,823 mi
- 05/11/2026130,838 mi+6,015 mi
Average of roughly 8,511 miles per year across 15 recorded odometer readings.
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Known faults for Volvo V40
Our database tracks 5 specific mechanical faults and recurring failure patterns identified across UK MOT testing stations for this generation.
MOT Roadworthiness: Average
This rating reflects historical MOT pass rates and recurring advisory wear patterns from official DVSA test logs. Note that roadworthiness does not verify outstanding finance, insurance write-offs, or stolen records.
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Common Problems: VOLVO V40
Known issues reported by owners and MOT testers.
- Air conditioning compressor failure(Moderate)
Compressors can seize or stop cooling properly, and in the worst cases the auxiliary belt can be affected too.
- Snapped rear coil springs(Moderate)
The V40 is known for snapping its rear coil springs, often discovered during MOT tests or as a metallic clinking sound over bumps.
- Water ingress around windscreen and scuttle(Moderate)
Poor sealing can let water into the passenger footwell and eventually upset electrical modules or create persistent misting.
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- Air conditioning compressor failureModerate
Compressors can seize or stop cooling properly, and in the worst cases the auxiliary belt can be affected too.
- Snapped rear coil springsModerate
The V40 is known for snapping its rear coil springs, often discovered during MOT tests or as a metallic clinking sound over bumps.
- Water ingress around windscreen and scuttleModerate
Poor sealing can let water into the passenger footwell and eventually upset electrical modules or create persistent misting.
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