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AP16 HDJ

2016 Volvo V40

Blue Diesel 1969cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires19 Jul 2027
Tests10 (8 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

44,696 mi
Last recorded44,696 miles
Recorded on14 Jul 2026
Typical for 2016 Volvo V4048,746 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAP16 HDJ
MakeVolvo
ModelV40
Year2016
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,969cc

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MOT History

8 pass 2 fail
Pass 14 Jul 2026 44,696 miles
Pass 11 Jul 2025 39,007 miles
Fail 11 Jul 2025 39,004 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))

Electronic stability control warning lamp indicates a fault (7.12 (e))

Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))

Pass 17 Jul 2024 35,637 miles

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge perished / cracked (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge perished / cracked (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 20 Jul 2023 31,589 miles

Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing all four - lightly cracked (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 13 Jul 2022 27,517 miles
Pass 16 Jul 2021 24,089 miles
Pass 17 Jul 2020 21,788 miles
Fail 17 Jul 2020 21,788 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 29 May 2019 16,489 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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AP16 HDJ is a 2016 Volvo V40 in Blue with a 1,969cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 AP16 HDJ, 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.

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What year was AP16 HDJ registered?

AP16 HDJ is a 2016 Volvo V40, first registered on 31 May 2016.

Is AP16 HDJ safe to buy?

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