2012 Volvo V40 1.6L Diesel · RO62 ENL
2012 Volvo V40 (1.6L, diesel). First registered 29 Sept 2012. Recorded mileage 101,702 miles. MOT valid until 04 Jun 2027. Taxed until 01 Feb 2027.
- Make & Model
- VOLVO V40
- Year / Origin
- 2012 · Reading
- Safety Recall
- Unknown
- MOT Status
- Valid until 04 Jun 2027
- Road Tax
- Taxed (01 Feb 2027)
- Recorded Mileage
- 101,702 mi
- ULEZ Compliance
- Non-Compliant (Pre-Euro 6 Diesel)
- Fuel & Engine
- Diesel · 1.6L
- Reliability Guide
- Common Faults
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RO62 ENL Key Findings
- 15 MOT tests recorded
- Latest MOT passed on 28/05/2026
- 101,702 miles recorded at latest MOT
- 2 historical MOT failures
- 1 defect noted at the latest MOT
- Recurring tyres items (11 mentions)
Derived directly from the recorded DVSA and DVLA data shown on this page.
RO62 ENL 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 (RO62 ENL) between September 2015 and May 2026.
The record contains 13 passes and 2 failures.
The most recent test on 28 May 2026 was a pass, although the earlier record includes 2 failures that buyers may want to investigate.
Across all tests, the most frequently flagged areas are: Tyres (11 issues), Brakes (7 issues), Lighting (1 issue), Suspension (1 issue). Repeated mentions in one area can indicate an ongoing pattern worth checking in person.
In total 23 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: “Offside Front Direction indicator not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))”.
RO62 ENL Mileage History
- 21/09/201532,985 mi
- 30/08/201642,203 mi+9,218 mi
- 30/08/201642,023 mi-180 mi
- 29/09/201752,894 mi+10,871 mi
- 29/09/201859,065 mi+6,171 mi
- 07/10/201963,426 mi+4,361 mi
- 02/10/202066,589 mi+3,163 mi
- 06/10/202172,595 mi+6,006 mi
- 23/11/202279,718 mi+7,123 mi
- 23/11/202279,718 mi
- 20/11/202386,137 mi+6,419 mi
- 31/10/202492,297 mi+6,160 mi
- 04/06/202593,890 mi+1,593 mi
- 06/06/202593,916 mi+26 mi
- 28/05/2026101,702 mi+7,786 mi
Average of roughly 6,433 miles per year across 15 recorded odometer readings.
Recorded mileage decreased between one or more tests — a potential clocking indicator worth verifying before purchase.
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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: Good
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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