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HF16 ZGU

2016 Volvo V40

Bronze Petrol 1498cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires27 Feb 2027
Tests8 (8 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

90,770 mi
Last recorded90,770 miles
Recorded on20 Feb 2026
Typical for 2016 Volvo V4048,746 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHF16 ZGU
MakeVolvo
ModelV40
Year2016
ColourBronze
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,498cc

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MOT History

8 pass
Pass 20 Feb 2026 90,770 miles
Pass 24 Feb 2025 81,917 miles

Nearside Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively Inner face (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Inner and outer edges devoid of tread (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively Inner face (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Offside Front Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))

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

Pass 27 Feb 2024 74,035 miles
Pass 14 Feb 2023 63,082 miles

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

Pass 22 Feb 2022 52,857 miles

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

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

Pass 22 Feb 2021 44,185 miles
Pass 17 Feb 2020 39,900 miles
Pass 28 Feb 2019 29,793 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Nearside 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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HF16 ZGU is a 2016 Volvo V40 in Bronze with a 1,498cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 HF16 ZGU, 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 HF16 ZGU registered?

HF16 ZGU is a 2016 Volvo V40, first registered on 29 March 2016.

Is HF16 ZGU safe to buy?

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