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KU16 OCV

2016 Volvo V40

Grey Petrol 1969cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires24 Aug 2027
Tests10 (8 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

88,031 mi
Last recorded88,031 miles
Recorded on18 Aug 2026
Typical for 2016 Volvo V4048,746 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKU16 OCV
MakeVolvo
ModelV40
Year2016
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,969cc

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MOT History

8 pass 2 fail
Pass 18 Aug 2026 88,031 miles
Fail 18 Aug 2026 88,031 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))

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

Pass 12 Aug 2025 84,163 miles
Pass 13 Aug 2024 77,460 miles

Nearside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Steering column top bearing slightly worn (2.2.2 (b))

Fail 12 Aug 2024 77,456 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

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

Nearside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Front Outer Tyre slightly damaged Sidewall. (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge worn on inside and outside edges. (5.2.3 (e))

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Front Inner Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Cracking or perishing. (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

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

Offside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

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

Steering column top bearing slightly worn (2.2.2 (b))

Pass 4 Aug 2023 71,199 miles
Pass 18 Aug 2022 63,504 miles

Nearside Front Nail in tyre

Pass 4 Aug 2021 54,924 miles

Vehicles internal headlight adjuster altered to recheck lights

Pass 25 Aug 2020 48,798 miles
Pass 26 Feb 2019 36,997 miles

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing slight damage to outer wall and wearing outer edge (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

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

Rear Inner 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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KU16 OCV is a 2016 Volvo V40 in Grey with a 1,969cc petrol 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 KU16 OCV, 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 KU16 OCV registered?

KU16 OCV is a 2016 Volvo V40, first registered on 5 March 2016.

Is KU16 OCV safe to buy?

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