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YN16 PFU

2016 Volvo V40

Grey Diesel 1969cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires23 Mar 2027
Tests10 (8 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

185,140 mi
Last recorded185,140 miles
Recorded on24 Mar 2026
Typical for 2016 Volvo V4048,746 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYN16 PFU
MakeVolvo
ModelV40
Year2016
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,969cc

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MOT History

8 pass 2 fail
Pass 24 Mar 2026 185,140 miles

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

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

Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Pass 7 Dec 2024 159,870 miles

CARRIED OUT VEHICLE INSPECTION UNDER WET CONDITIONS.

complete under body cover panels fitted concealing some testable components.

engine cover & under body cover panels fitted obscuring some testable components.

sill cover body panels fitted preventing full inspection of some testable items

Pass 2 Dec 2023 129,817 miles

complete under body cover panels fitted concealing some testable components.

engine cover & under body cover panels fitted obscuring some testable components.

sill cover body panel covers fitted preventing full inspection of some testable items.

Fail 29 Nov 2023 129,565 miles

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

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

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

emissions not detected

Pass 26 Nov 2022 103,072 miles

Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge inner tread ( both sides ) (5.2.3 (e))

engine cover & under body covers fitted obscuring some testable components.

sill cover body panels fitted preventing full inspection of some testable components.

Pass 27 Nov 2021 78,405 miles

complete under body cover panels covers fitted concealing some testable components.

engine cover & under body cover panels fitted obscuring some testable components.

Pass 21 Nov 2020 65,097 miles

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

complete under body cover fitted concealing some testable components.

engine cover & under cover fitted obscuring some testable components.

plastic sill covers fitted preventing full inspection of some testable items.

Pass 5 Jun 2019 37,308 miles

BOTH REAR TYRES PERRSHING

UNDERTRAYS FITTED

Fail 3 Jun 2019 37,308 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Nearside Front Inner Steering rack gaiter missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt insecure (2.1.3 (g) (ii))

BOTH REAR TYRES PERRSHING

UNDERTRAYS FITTED

Pass 6 Jun 2018 7,376 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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YN16 PFU 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 YN16 PFU, 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 YN16 PFU registered?

YN16 PFU is a 2016 Volvo V40, first registered on 11 April 2016.

Is YN16 PFU safe to buy?

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