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AF16 EMJ

2016 Volvo V40

Black Diesel 1969cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires8 Mar 2024
Tests7 (5 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

75,238 mi
Last recorded75,238 miles
Recorded on9 Mar 2023
Typical for 2016 Volvo V4048,746 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAF16 EMJ
MakeVolvo
ModelV40
Year2016
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,969cc

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MOT History

5 pass 2 fail
Pass 9 Mar 2023 75,238 miles

Offside Front Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

bumper grill damage.

Fail 7 Mar 2023 75,229 miles

Offside Front Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Front Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

bumper grill damage.

Pass 10 Feb 2022 68,126 miles
Pass 22 Feb 2021 59,726 miles
Fail 22 Feb 2021 59,726 miles

Rear Registration plate inscription illegible dirty (0.1 (b))

Pass 4 Feb 2020 53,527 miles
Pass 25 Feb 2019 38,285 miles

How Reliable is the Volvo V40?

Based on 1,865,374 MOT tests across 172,439 vehicles.

73.7%
Pass Rate
6,937
Miles/Year
30
Year Lifespan
172,439
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

position lamp(s) not working 66,595
Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 49,904
Brake pipe excessively corroded 43,421
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 28,897
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 27,218
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AF16 EMJ is a 2016 Volvo V40 in Black with a 1,969cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.

Across all 2016 Volvo V40 models, the average MOT pass rate is 82.0% with a typical mileage of 48,746 miles. This particular vehicle has a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

The most common reason a Volvo V40 fails its MOT is position lamp(s) not working, accounting for 66,595 recorded failures. If you're considering buying AF16 EMJ, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Volvo V40 typically stays on UK roads for around 30 years. At 10 years old, this Volvo V40 is still in the earlier part of its expected life.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of AF16 EMJ?

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What year was AF16 EMJ registered?

AF16 EMJ is a 2016 Volvo V40, first registered on 4 March 2016.

Is AF16 EMJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for AF16 EMJ shows 7 tests with a 71.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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