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NJ16 VNK

2016 Volvo V40

Grey Diesel 1969cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires12 May 2027
Tests9 (8 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

39,393 mi
Last recorded39,393 miles
Recorded on27 Apr 2026
Typical for 2016 Volvo V4048,746 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationNJ16 VNK
MakeVolvo
ModelV40
Year2016
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,969cc

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MOT History

8 pass 1 fail
Pass 27 Apr 2026 39,393 miles

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

Pass 9 May 2025 37,668 miles

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

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 13 May 2024 35,132 miles

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

Pass 2 May 2023 33,446 miles
Pass 4 May 2022 31,247 miles

Nearside Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively Inner face. (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))

Offside Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively Inner face. (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))

Pass 24 Apr 2021 28,315 miles

windscreen tint strip dark

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

Pass 3 Mar 2020 25,060 miles
Fail 3 Mar 2020 25,060 miles

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

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

Pass 4 Mar 2019 22,632 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))

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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NJ16 VNK is a 2016 Volvo V40 in Grey with a 1,969cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.9%.

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 performed better than the average for its year.

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 NJ16 VNK, 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

How do I check the history of NJ16 VNK?

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What year was NJ16 VNK registered?

NJ16 VNK is a 2016 Volvo V40, first registered on 23 March 2016.

Is NJ16 VNK safe to buy?

The MOT history for NJ16 VNK shows 9 tests with a 88.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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