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RX16 VRJ

2016 Volvo V40

Grey Diesel 1969cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires12 Apr 2027
Tests10 (8 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

123,024 mi
Last recorded123,024 miles
Recorded on13 Apr 2026
Typical for 2016 Volvo V4048,746 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRX16 VRJ
MakeVolvo
ModelV40
Year2016
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,969cc

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MOT History

8 pass 2 fail
Pass 13 Apr 2026 123,024 miles

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

Pass 19 Feb 2025 102,613 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

Pass 20 Feb 2024 57,868 miles

Both front tyres worn on inner edges

Offside Front Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))

Pass 8 Feb 2023 52,695 miles
Fail 8 Feb 2023 52,695 miles

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

Pass 21 Feb 2022 47,235 miles
Pass 23 Feb 2021 41,138 miles
Pass 20 Feb 2020 36,484 miles
Pass 6 Mar 2019 31,951 miles
Fail 1 Mar 2019 31,951 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Rear Tyre has a lump, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

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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RX16 VRJ is a 2016 Volvo V40 in Grey with a 1,969cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 RX16 VRJ, 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.

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What year was RX16 VRJ registered?

RX16 VRJ is a 2016 Volvo V40, first registered on 6 May 2016.

Is RX16 VRJ safe to buy?

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Does RX16 VRJ have outstanding finance?

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