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RV15 FWK

2015 Volvo V40

Blue Diesel 1560cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires19 Jan 2027
Tests13 (9 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate69.2%

Mileage

94,909 mi
Last recorded94,909 miles
Recorded on20 Jan 2026
Typical for 2015 Volvo V4056,962 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRV15 FWK
MakeVolvo
ModelV40
Year2015
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,560cc

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MOT History

9 pass 4 fail
Pass 20 Jan 2026 94,909 miles

Anti-lock braking system wiring damaged but not excessively (1.6 (d))

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

Windscreen excessively tinted but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (b) (i))

Fail 20 Jan 2026 94,909 miles

Anti-lock braking system wiring damaged but not excessively (1.6 (d))

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

Tyre pressure monitoring system malfunctioning or obviously inoperative (5.2.3 (h))

Windscreen excessively tinted but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (b) (i))

Pass 13 Jan 2025 85,076 miles
Fail 10 Jan 2025 85,074 miles

Nearside Rear Shock absorbers has negligible damping effect (5.3.2 (d))

Offside Rear Shock absorbers has negligible damping effect (5.3.2 (d))

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

Pass 24 Nov 2023 83,344 miles

Front Brakes slight inbalance.

Nearside Front Track rod end slightly misaligned (2.1.3 (e))

Pass 22 Nov 2022 69,751 miles
Pass 29 Nov 2021 56,510 miles
Fail 26 Nov 2021 56,510 miles

Front Tyre(s) of different sizes are fitted on the same axle. (5.2.3 (b))

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

Tyre pressure monitoring system malfunctioning or obviously inoperative (5.2.3 (h))

Pass 21 Dec 2020 44,476 miles
Fail 21 Dec 2020 44,476 miles

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

Pass 7 Mar 2020 41,538 miles

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

Pass 11 Mar 2019 35,942 miles
Pass 22 Feb 2018 29,602 miles

nsf tyre wearing on inner edge & cut on outer sidewall

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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RV15 FWK is a 2015 Volvo V40 in Blue with a 1,560cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 69.2%.

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 RV15 FWK, 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

How do I check the history of RV15 FWK?

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What year was RV15 FWK registered?

RV15 FWK is a 2015 Volvo V40, first registered on 17 March 2015.

Is RV15 FWK safe to buy?

The MOT history for RV15 FWK shows 13 tests with a 69.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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