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KV16 XWC

2016 Volvo V40

Black Diesel 1969cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires25 Jul 2027
Tests12 (9 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

143,559 mi
Last recorded143,559 miles
Recorded on8 Jul 2026
Typical for 2016 Volvo V4048,746 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKV16 XWC
MakeVolvo
ModelV40
Year2016
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,969cc

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MOT History

9 pass 3 fail
Pass 8 Jul 2026 143,559 miles
Pass 26 Jul 2025 133,230 miles
Pass 26 Oct 2024 123,315 miles

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

Offside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))

Pass 13 Oct 2023 110,546 miles
Fail 10 Oct 2023 110,541 miles

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

Nearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Pass 12 Oct 2022 92,610 miles

Nearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Pass 7 Oct 2021 79,528 miles

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

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

Pass 13 Oct 2020 65,614 miles

Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge BOTH TYRES. (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 18 Oct 2019 45,758 miles
Fail 18 Oct 2019 45,758 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick x2 (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 18 Feb 2019 38,221 miles
Fail 18 Feb 2019 38,221 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

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

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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KV16 XWC is a 2016 Volvo V40 in Black with a 1,969cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 KV16 XWC, 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 KV16 XWC registered?

KV16 XWC is a 2016 Volvo V40, first registered on 11 March 2016.

Is KV16 XWC safe to buy?

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