2012 Volvo S40 1.6L Diesel · SY12 PWL
2012 Volvo S40 (1.6L, diesel). First registered 12 May 2012. Recorded mileage 205,933 miles. MOT valid until 23 Oct 2027.
- Make & Model
- VOLVO S40
- Year / Origin
- 2012 · Inverness
- Safety Recall
- Unknown
- MOT Status
- Valid until 23 Oct 2027
- Road Tax
- —
- Recorded Mileage
- 205,933 mi
- ULEZ Compliance
- Non-Compliant (Pre-Euro 6 Diesel)
- Fuel & Engine
- Diesel · 1.6L
- Reliability Guide
- Common Faults
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SY12 PWL Key Findings
- 5 MOT tests recorded
- Latest MOT passed on 20/10/2026
- 205,933 miles recorded at latest MOT
- 4 defects noted at the latest MOT
- Recurring brakes items (5 mentions)
Derived directly from the recorded DVSA and DVLA data shown on this page.
SY12 PWL MOT History
Interpretation generated from the recorded test data above — not an official DVSA statement and not a substitute for an independent inspection.
5 MOT tests are recorded for this 2012 Volvo S40 (SY12 PWL) between September 2022 and October 2026.
The record contains 5 passes and 0 failures.
The record shows no MOT failures, although 12 advisory notices note items to monitor.
Across all tests, the most frequently flagged areas are: Brakes (5 issues), Tyres (3 issues), Lighting (2 issues), Suspension (2 issues), Windscreen (1 issue). Repeated mentions in one area can indicate an ongoing pattern worth checking in person.
In total 12 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.
SY12 PWL Mileage History
- 03/09/2022128,854 mi
- 06/09/2023151,672 mi+22,818 mi
- 22/10/2024183,872 mi+32,200 mi
- 25/10/2025198,366 mi+14,494 mi
- 20/10/2026205,933 mi+7,567 mi
Average of roughly 18,668 miles per year across 5 recorded odometer readings.
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Known faults for Volvo S40 (P1)
Our database tracks 3 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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