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KS16 DTX

2016 Volvo V40

Black Diesel 1969cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires4 Nov 2025
Tests7 (6 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

156,215 mi
Last recorded156,215 miles
Recorded on31 Oct 2024
Typical for 2016 Volvo V4048,746 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKS16 DTX
MakeVolvo
ModelV40
Year2016
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,969cc

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MOT History

6 pass 1 fail
Pass 31 Oct 2024 156,215 miles

rear brake discs worn + wear to front brake discs

slight wear to rear lower control arm bushes

Pass 23 Oct 2023 135,082 miles

both rear lower control arms bushes deteriorating

both rear trailing arms front bushes deteriorating

Pass 1 Nov 2022 113,173 miles

both rear lower control arms bushes separating

both rear trailing arms front bushes starting to separate

nearside front wishbone rear bush starting to deteriorate

nearside rear tyre on legal limit and worn edges

offside rear and front tyres some wear edges

Pass 5 Nov 2021 95,619 miles

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

Fail 5 Nov 2021 95,619 miles

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

Offside Rear Road wheel fixing missing (5.2.1 (a) (i))

Pass 2 Nov 2020 76,713 miles

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

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin on limit. (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 2 May 2019 48,943 miles

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

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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KS16 DTX is a 2016 Volvo V40 in Black with a 1,969cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

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 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 KS16 DTX, 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 KS16 DTX registered?

KS16 DTX is a 2016 Volvo V40, first registered on 3 May 2016.

Is KS16 DTX safe to buy?

The MOT history for KS16 DTX shows 7 tests with a 85.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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