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KM16 NVL

2016 Volvo V40

Red Diesel 1969cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires7 Jun 2027
Tests10 (8 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

121,517 mi
Last recorded121,517 miles
Recorded on26 May 2026
Typical for 2016 Volvo V4048,746 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKM16 NVL
MakeVolvo
ModelV40
Year2016
ColourRed
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,969cc

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MOT History

8 pass 2 fail
Pass 26 May 2026 121,517 miles

Front Lower Oil leak, but not excessive undertray obscuring view (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Service brake requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair Service brake requirements only just met, at 62 percent (1.2.1 (c))

Pass 29 May 2025 113,304 miles

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

Nearside Rear Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))

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

Pass 6 Jun 2024 106,869 miles

Nearside Rear Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))

Pass 2 Jun 2023 99,797 miles
Pass 8 Jun 2022 90,444 miles
Pass 16 Dec 2021 84,127 miles

Nearside Rear Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))

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

Fail 13 Dec 2021 84,116 miles

Offside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords 205/50R17 89v (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Nearside Rear Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))

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

Pass 2 Dec 2020 69,414 miles
Fail 2 Dec 2020 69,413 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Rear Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge edge close to showing cords 205-50-17 (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 29 May 2019 48,138 miles

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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KM16 NVL is a 2016 Volvo V40 in Red 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 KM16 NVL, 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 KM16 NVL registered?

KM16 NVL is a 2016 Volvo V40, first registered on 24 June 2016.

Is KM16 NVL safe to buy?

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