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RN09 SAM

2016 Volvo V40

Grey Petrol 1498cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires28 Oct 2026
Tests8 (7 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

55,994 mi
Last recorded55,994 miles
Recorded on9 Oct 2025
Typical for 2016 Volvo V4048,746 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRN09 SAM
MakeVolvo
ModelV40
Year2016
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,498cc

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MOT History

7 pass 1 fail
Pass 9 Oct 2025 55,994 miles
Pass 29 Oct 2024 51,273 miles

under guards fitted not allowing full inspection

Pass 11 Dec 2023 47,242 miles
Pass 16 Feb 2023 45,831 miles
Pass 21 Feb 2022 43,121 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin Both front. (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Fail 21 Feb 2022 43,121 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin Both front. (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 23 Feb 2021 40,557 miles

Brake pad(s) wearing thin Front pads friction material less than backing plate (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Engine cover, under tray and plastic covers fitted obscuring tester's view

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 4mm (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 28 Oct 2019 35,230 miles

Offside Rear Nail in tyre ()

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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RN09 SAM is a 2016 Volvo V40 in Grey with a 1,498cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

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 RN09 SAM, 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 RN09 SAM?

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What year was RN09 SAM registered?

RN09 SAM is a 2016 Volvo V40, first registered on 26 November 2016.

Is RN09 SAM safe to buy?

The MOT history for RN09 SAM shows 8 tests with a 87.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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