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VX16 MZO

2016 Volvo V40

White Diesel 1969cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires8 Sep 2026
Tests6 (6 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

87,420 mi
Last recorded87,420 miles
Recorded on9 Sep 2025
Typical for 2016 Volvo V4048,746 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationVX16 MZO
MakeVolvo
ModelV40
Year2016
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,969cc

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MOT History

6 pass
Pass 9 Sep 2025 87,420 miles

Central Front Lower Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing both front and worn on edges (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt offside rear , nearside rear ()

coolant system malfunction message

Pass 29 May 2024 80,499 miles

Central Obligatory mirror slightly damaged (3.3 (b) (i))

Nearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Offside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

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

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

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 31 May 2023 75,340 miles
Pass 1 Jun 2022 64,186 miles
Pass 21 Nov 2020 40,129 miles
Pass 29 May 2019 21,697 miles

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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VX16 MZO is a 2016 Volvo V40 in White with a 1,969cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 6 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 VX16 MZO, 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

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What year was VX16 MZO registered?

VX16 MZO is a 2016 Volvo V40, first registered on 30 June 2016.

Is VX16 MZO safe to buy?

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