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AY66 VWH

2016 Volvo V40

Red Diesel 1969cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires11 Jun 2027
Tests12 (8 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

123,494 mi
Last recorded123,494 miles
Recorded on12 Jun 2026
Typical for 2016 Volvo V4048,746 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAY66 VWH
MakeVolvo
ModelV40
Year2016
ColourRed
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,969cc

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MOT History

8 pass 4 fail
Pass 12 Jun 2026 123,494 miles
Pass 4 Aug 2025 116,913 miles

Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Both rears (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Fail 4 Aug 2025 116,913 miles

Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.2.2 (g))

Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Both rears (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 14 Aug 2024 110,392 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 3mm (5.2.3 (e))

Fail 13 Aug 2024 110,392 miles

Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.2.2 (g))

Nearside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 3mm (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 3 Jul 2023 102,971 miles
Pass 6 Jul 2022 98,140 miles

Front Windscreen wiper blade defective both. (3.4 (b) (i))

Fail 6 Jul 2022 98,140 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure also making brake roller test fluctuate (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Rear Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure also making brake roller test fluctuate (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Front Windscreen wiper blade defective both. (3.4 (b) (i))

Pass 13 Sep 2021 87,290 miles
Fail 13 Sep 2021 87,290 miles

Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 18 Sep 2020 77,126 miles
Pass 5 Sep 2019 75,199 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

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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AY66 VWH is a 2016 Volvo V40 in Red with a 1,969cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 AY66 VWH, 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

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What year was AY66 VWH registered?

AY66 VWH is a 2016 Volvo V40, first registered on 9 September 2016.

Is AY66 VWH safe to buy?

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