2012 Volvo V40 1.6L Diesel · CE62 PHY
2012 Volvo V40 (1.6L, diesel). First registered 13 Sept 2012. Recorded mileage 193,621 miles. MOT expired on 27 Aug 2026.
- Make & Model
- VOLVO V40
- Year / Origin
- 2012 · Cardiff
- Safety Recall
- Unknown
- MOT Status
- Expired on 27 Aug 2026
- Road Tax
- —
- Recorded Mileage
- 193,621 mi
- ULEZ Compliance
- Non-Compliant (Pre-Euro 6 Diesel)
- Fuel & Engine
- Diesel · 1.6L
- Reliability Guide
- Common Faults
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CE62 PHY Key Findings
- 5 MOT tests recorded
- Latest MOT passed on 28/08/2025
- 193,621 miles recorded at latest MOT
- 1 historical MOT failure
- No defects recorded at the latest MOT
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CE62 PHY MOT History
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5 MOT tests are recorded for this 2012 Volvo V40 (CE62 PHY) between April 2022 and August 2025.
The record contains 4 passes and 1 failure.
The most recent test on 28 August 2025 was a pass, although the earlier record includes 1 failure that buyers may want to investigate.
CE62 PHY Mileage History
- 21/04/202285,988 mi
- 18/04/202397,804 mi+11,816 mi
- 21/04/202397,804 mi
- 02/05/2024103,087 mi+5,283 mi
- 28/08/2025193,621 mi+90,534 mi
Average of roughly 32,096 miles per year across 5 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: Below 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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