100First-time MOT pass
Average pass rate
Stock with valid MOT
2 / 2
100% road-ready
Median MOT left
7 mo
Expiring < 2 mo
0
Plan for an MOT soon after purchaseMost common MOT failures on the Volvo V40
Grouped reasons for MOT rejection across 5 Volvo V40 cars with DVSA test history in our stock (12 recorded failure items, 6 of them dangerous).
| Failure area | Recorded failures | Share of failures |
|---|---|---|
| Tyres | 5 | 42% |
| Other | 2 | 17% |
| Brakes | 2 | 17% |
| Drivetrain | 2 | 17% |
| Suspension | 1 | 8% |
Based on real DVSA MOT test records for cars currently listed. Individual condition varies — always check the specific car's MOT history and advisories on its listing.
MOT pass rate is the percentage of Volvo V40 cars in our stock that passed their most recent MOT on the first attempt, based on DVSA history. A pass rate above 80% is generally strong for a car of this age.
If a car you're viewing is approaching its MOT expiry, factor in the cost of any advisories — these are listed on each vehicle detail page.
Frequently asked questions
- What are the most common MOT failures on the Volvo V40?
- Across 5 Volvo V40 cars on Motoring Today with DVSA MOT history, the most common reasons for MOT failure are tyres, other and brakes (tyres account for 42% of recorded failures).