23 Model Years Analyzed
Volvo V40
MOT Pass Rate & Statistics
Average pass rate across all model years (1996-2020), based on 122,974 DVSA recorded tests.
81%
Average Pass Rate
23
Model Years
123k
Tests Analyzed
Most Tested Year
2014 Volvo V40 MOT Pass Rate & Common Failures
Pass Rate by Year
2 tests
9,312 tests
15,057 tests
16,155 tests
18,790 tests
19,543 tests
20,552 tests
14,425 tests
3,069 tests
14 tests
9 tests
2 tests
6 tests
4 tests
1,378 tests
1,658 tests
1,112 tests
814 tests
474 tests
297 tests
153 tests
131 tests
17 tests
Most Common Failures Across All Years
- 1Tyre tread depth not in accordance with the requirements
- 2A tyre seriously damaged
- 3A spring or spring component fractured or seriously weakened
- 4A suspension pin, bush or joint excessively worn
- 5Lamp emitted colour, position or intensity not in accordance with the requirements
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the average MOT pass rate for a Volvo V40?
The Volvo V40 has an average 81% MOT pass rate across model years 1996 to 2020, based on DVSA test data.
What are the most common MOT failures on a Volvo V40?
The most common MOT failure reasons for the Volvo V40 across all years are: tyre tread depth not in accordance with the requirements, a tyre seriously damaged, a spring or spring component fractured or seriously weakened. These are typical wear items that can often be checked and addressed before your test.
Which Volvo V40 year has the best MOT pass rate?
MOT pass rates vary by year - newer models typically have higher pass rates. Check our year-by-year breakdown above to compare pass rates for specific Volvo V40 model years.