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KT15 FYU

2015 Volvo V40

Grey Diesel 1969cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires14 Sep 2027
Tests12 (9 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

82,424 mi
Last recorded82,424 miles
Recorded on24 Aug 2026
Typical for 2015 Volvo V4056,962 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKT15 FYU
MakeVolvo
ModelV40
Year2015
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,969cc

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MOT History

9 pass 3 fail
Pass 24 Aug 2026 82,424 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases From turbo to DPF connection (6.1.2 (a))

Pass 15 Sep 2025 68,519 miles

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

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

Parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. very little reserve travel (1.4.2 (a) (i))

Fail 11 Sep 2025 68,490 miles

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

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

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

Items removed from driver's view prior to test sat nav /phone holder in middle of windscreen

Pass 2 Jul 2024 59,703 miles
Pass 12 Jul 2023 56,732 miles

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Pass 15 Jul 2022 53,466 miles

Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Fail 15 Jul 2022 53,466 miles

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

Parking brake lever has excessive movement indicating incorrect adjustment No reserve travel. (1.1.6 (c))

Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Pass 15 Jul 2021 50,056 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Fail 14 Jul 2021 50,056 miles

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

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 15 Jul 2020 45,211 miles

Nearside and offside front tyres worn

Pass 24 May 2019 39,907 miles

Emissions test attempted but results too low to register.

Pass 26 May 2018 31,831 miles

Emissions test attempted but results too low to register.

Offside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt Belt NOT Tested.

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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KT15 FYU is a 2015 Volvo V40 in Grey with a 1,969cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

Across all 2015 Volvo V40 models, the average MOT pass rate is 79.5% with a typical mileage of 56,962 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 KT15 FYU, 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 11 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 KT15 FYU registered?

KT15 FYU is a 2015 Volvo V40, first registered on 29 May 2015.

Is KT15 FYU safe to buy?

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