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BK16 FPT

2016 Volvo V40

Grey Petrol 1969cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires9 Jul 2027
Tests9 (8 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

95,328 mi
Last recorded95,328 miles
Recorded on18 Jun 2026
Typical for 2016 Volvo V4048,746 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBK16 FPT
MakeVolvo
ModelV40
Year2016
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,969cc

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MOT History

8 pass 1 fail
Pass 18 Jun 2026 95,328 miles
Fail 18 Jun 2026 95,328 miles

Brake fluid contaminated (1.8 (a))

Pass 10 Jul 2025 84,430 miles
Pass 20 May 2024 79,832 miles
Pass 15 May 2023 71,350 miles
Pass 17 May 2022 63,216 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))

Pass 13 May 2021 54,931 miles

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

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

Pass 28 Mar 2020 46,641 miles

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

Nearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

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

Pass 12 Mar 2019 36,247 miles

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

Nearside Rear Inner tyre wearing uneven

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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BK16 FPT is a 2016 Volvo V40 in Grey with a 1,969cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.9%.

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 performed better than the average for its year.

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 BK16 FPT, 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 BK16 FPT registered?

BK16 FPT is a 2016 Volvo V40, first registered on 30 March 2016.

Is BK16 FPT safe to buy?

The MOT history for BK16 FPT shows 9 tests with a 88.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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