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KT16 VRN

2016 Volvo V40

White Diesel 1969cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires4 Sep 2026
Tests9 (6 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

105,641 mi
Last recorded105,641 miles
Recorded on27 Aug 2025
Typical for 2016 Volvo V4048,746 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKT16 VRN
MakeVolvo
ModelV40
Year2016
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,969cc

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MOT History

6 pass 3 fail
Pass 27 Aug 2025 105,641 miles
Fail 27 Aug 2025 105,641 miles

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

Pass 5 Sep 2024 84,605 miles

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

Fail 5 Sep 2024 84,605 miles

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm also cord Exposed inner sidewall (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

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

Pass 24 Oct 2023 69,847 miles
Pass 24 Sep 2022 50,314 miles

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

Pass 24 Sep 2021 36,344 miles
Fail 24 Sep 2021 36,344 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover missing (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

Pass 25 Sep 2020 23,680 miles

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

Offside Rear 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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KT16 VRN is a 2016 Volvo V40 in White with a 1,969cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 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 KT16 VRN, 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 KT16 VRN registered?

KT16 VRN is a 2016 Volvo V40, first registered on 1 July 2016.

Is KT16 VRN safe to buy?

The MOT history for KT16 VRN shows 9 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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