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AK16 SWW

2016 Volvo XC90

Bronze Diesel 1969cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires18 Apr 2027
Tests11 (8 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate72.7%

Mileage

124,403 mi
Last recorded124,403 miles
Recorded on27 Mar 2026
Typical for 2016 Volvo XC9061,369 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAK16 SWW
MakeVolvo
ModelXC90
Year2016
ColourBronze
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,969cc

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MOT History

8 pass 3 fail
Pass 27 Mar 2026 124,403 miles

Offside Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Fail 27 Mar 2026 124,403 miles

Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Offside Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Pass 16 Apr 2025 110,948 miles

Offside Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Pass 8 Apr 2024 91,887 miles
Pass 24 Mar 2023 77,595 miles
Pass 19 Apr 2022 63,190 miles

Offside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Fail 19 Apr 2022 63,190 miles

Offside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Pass 13 May 2021 55,005 miles

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Fail 13 May 2021 55,005 miles

Offside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Pass 2 Jun 2020 51,006 miles
Pass 27 Mar 2019 35,233 miles

How Reliable is the Volvo XC90?

Based on 1,122,947 MOT tests across 82,375 vehicles.

74.6%
Pass Rate
8,281
Miles/Year
23
Year Lifespan
82,375
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 23,030
position lamp(s) not working 22,417
Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 21,465
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 16,860
Registration plate lamp not working 14,842
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AK16 SWW is a 2016 Volvo XC90 in Bronze with a 1,969cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 72.7%.

Across all 2016 Volvo XC90 models, the average MOT pass rate is 84.8% with a typical mileage of 61,369 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 XC90 fails its MOT is parking brake: efficiency below requirements, accounting for 23,030 recorded failures. If you're considering buying AK16 SWW, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Volvo XC90 typically stays on UK roads for around 23 years. At 10 years old, this Volvo XC90 is still in the earlier part of its expected life.

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What year was AK16 SWW registered?

AK16 SWW is a 2016 Volvo XC90, first registered on 23 April 2016.

Is AK16 SWW safe to buy?

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