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ULEZ status is estimated based on fuel type and registration year. It may not reflect the actual emission standard of this vehicle. Check with TfL for a definitive answer.
At a glance
This 2012 Volvo S40 Diesel 1984cc has had 17 MOT tests on record, passing 12 and failing 5 (71% pass rate). It has 137,983 miles on the clock, averaging 8,629 miles per year, around the UK average of 7,400.
MOT & Mileage History for BU12 YVB
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Mileage Analysis
About average| Latest reading | 137,983 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 51 |
| Average per year | 8,629 |
| Mileage consistency | Consistent |
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Full MOT Test History 17 tests on record
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Vehicle Details
| Registration | BU12 YVB |
| Make | Volvo |
| Model | S40 |
| Colour | Black |
| Fuel type | Diesel |
| Engine | 1984cc |
| Year | 2012 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | BU — Birmingham, Birmingham |
| Age identifier | 12 — March 2012 to August 2012 |
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About BU12 YVB
What car is BU12 YVB?
BU12 YVB is a black Volvo S40, diesel (1984cc). First registered in Birmingham in 2012.
What is the mileage of BU12 YVB?
The last recorded mileage for BU12 YVB was 137,983 miles, recorded on 23 Oct 2025 during its most recent MOT test.
Has BU12 YVB passed its MOT?
BU12 YVB has had 17 MOT tests with a 71% pass rate (12 passes, 5 failures). It last passed on 23 Oct 2025.
Is BU12 YVB ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, BU12 YVB is likely not ULEZ compliant. As a diesel vehicle registered in 2012, it typically does not meet the Euro 6 emission standard required. This is an estimate — confirm with TfL's ULEZ checker.
How old is BU12 YVB?
BU12 YVB is approximately 14 years old. Age identifier 12 means registered between 1 March 2012 and 31 August 2012.