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NJ15 RXM

2015 Volvo V40

Red Diesel 1560cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires18 Feb 2027
Tests15 (9 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate60%

Mileage

117,792 mi
Last recorded117,792 miles
Recorded on20 Jan 2026
Typical for 2015 Volvo V4056,962 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationNJ15 RXM
MakeVolvo
ModelV40
Year2015
ColourRed
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,560cc

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MOT History

9 pass 6 fail
Pass 20 Jan 2026 117,792 miles
Pass 20 Jan 2025 111,954 miles
Fail 20 Jan 2025 111,954 miles

Nearside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))

Offside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))

Pass 19 Feb 2024 105,908 miles

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

Offside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

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

Pass 26 Jan 2023 93,427 miles

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

Front Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.2.1 (b) (i))

Items removed from driver's view prior to test ()

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

Nearside Front Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords sidewall cut & 3 mm 205 55 16 v (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2 mm & bald on inner (5.2.3 (e))

Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 3mm (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 22 Jan 2022 84,525 miles

Both rear tyres cracked

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

Front Service brake imbalance requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.2.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Offside front tyre wearing edges

Fail 22 Jan 2022 84,525 miles

Both rear tyres cracked

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

Front Service brake imbalance requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.2.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Offside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))

Offside front tyre wearing edges

Pass 30 Jan 2021 76,915 miles
Fail 30 Jan 2021 76,915 miles

Offside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Fail 30 Jan 2021 76,915 miles

Offside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 25 Jan 2020 70,951 miles

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Also worn to 3mm and edges worn (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Front Tyre worn on edges

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

Pass 25 Jan 2019 65,860 miles
Fail 20 Jan 2019 65,859 miles

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

Pass 22 Mar 2018 52,444 miles

Nearside Rear tyre deteriorated between tread.

Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Vehicles internal headlight adjuster altered to recheck lights ()

bottom under-trays fitted.

top engine covers fitted.

Fail 22 Mar 2018 52,443 miles

Nearside Front Inner Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Offside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Nearside Rear tyre deteriorated between tread.

Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Vehicles internal headlight adjuster altered to recheck lights ()

bottom under-trays fitted.

top engine covers fitted.

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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NJ15 RXM is a 2015 Volvo V40 in Red with a 1,560cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 60%.

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 NJ15 RXM, 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 NJ15 RXM registered?

NJ15 RXM is a 2015 Volvo V40, first registered on 23 March 2015.

Is NJ15 RXM safe to buy?

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