2012 Volvo V40 1.6L Diesel · NL62 VOK
2012 Volvo V40 (1.6L, diesel). First registered 30 Sept 2012. Recorded mileage 218,103 miles. MOT valid until 29 Aug 2027.
- Make & Model
- VOLVO V40
- Year / Origin
- 2012 · Newcastle
- Safety Recall
- Unknown
- MOT Status
- Valid until 29 Aug 2027
- Road Tax
- —
- Recorded Mileage
- 218,103 mi
- ULEZ Compliance
- Non-Compliant (Pre-Euro 6 Diesel)
- Fuel & Engine
- Diesel · 1.6L
- Reliability Guide
- Common Faults
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NL62 VOK Key Findings
- 16 MOT tests recorded
- Latest MOT passed on 21/08/2026
- 218,103 miles recorded at latest MOT
- 4 historical MOT failures
- 5 defects noted at the latest MOT
- Recurring brakes items (19 mentions)
Derived directly from the recorded DVSA and DVLA data shown on this page.
NL62 VOK MOT History
Interpretation generated from the recorded test data above — not an official DVSA statement and not a substitute for an independent inspection.
16 MOT tests are recorded for this 2012 Volvo V40 (NL62 VOK) between August 2015 and August 2026.
The record contains 12 passes and 4 failures.
The most recent test on 21 August 2026 was a pass, although the earlier record includes 4 failures that buyers may want to investigate.
Across all tests, the most frequently flagged areas are: Brakes (19 issues), Lighting (4 issues), Tyres (4 issues), Steering (3 issues), Exhaust & Emissions (1 issue). Repeated mentions in one area can indicate an ongoing pattern worth checking in person.
In total 31 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: “Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))”; “Parking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))”; “Offside Rear Anti-roll bar pin or bush likely to become detached Broken (5.3.4 (a) (ii))”.
NL62 VOK Mileage History
- 11/08/201597,518 mi
- 18/08/2016110,119 mi+12,601 mi
- 15/07/2017120,033 mi+9,914 mi
- 15/07/2017120,033 mi
- 31/08/2018137,050 mi+17,017 mi
- 20/08/2019149,888 mi+12,838 mi
- 20/08/2019149,888 mi
- 14/08/2020162,977 mi+13,089 mi
- 18/08/2021175,175 mi+12,198 mi
- 25/08/2022192,725 mi+17,550 mi
- 24/08/2023204,631 mi+11,906 mi
- 24/08/2023204,632 mi+1 mi
- 22/08/2024209,257 mi+4,625 mi
- 20/08/2025214,321 mi+5,064 mi
- 21/08/2025214,324 mi+3 mi
- 21/08/2026218,103 mi+3,779 mi
Average of roughly 10,934 miles per year across 16 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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