Volvo V40 (2019)

Estimated running costs and MOT pass rates from 13,557 MOT tests in 2024.

Annual Cost

£2,003

£167/month

MOT Pass Rate

88%

Good

Road Tax

£200

Standard rate/year

Est. Insurance

Grp 12-25

1498cc Petrol

Solid Option

88% pass rate, £2,003/year to run. 6 points above average.

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Petrol1498cc7 years old13,557 tests38k miles avg

Annual Running Costs

Fuel (Petrol, 1498cc)

~42 mpg

£1,398

Road Tax

Standard rate (from April 2017)

£200

MOT Test

£55

Predicted Repairs

£350

Total per year£2,003

Per month£167/mo

Per week£39/wk

Estimates based on 7,400 miles/year (UK average), petrol at 174.57p a litre (GOV.UK weekly average, week of 19 October 2026), GOV.UK road tax rates and repair likelihood from MOT data. Insurance not included. Cars registered from April 2017 pay the £200 standard rate, plus £440 a year for five years (from the second year) if they cost over £40,000 new (over £50,000 for electric cars).

Reliability Verdict

88% MOT pass rate(Good)

0%All-model avg: 82%100%

Good reliability. Occasional issues but generally solid. That's 6 points above the average of 82% across all models in our data.

88% of MOT tests on Volvo V40s from 2019 ended in a pass in 2024, when they were about 5 years old. That's based on 13,557 tests across the UK, retests included. The average mileage recorded at those tests was 37,595 miles.

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How Does It Compare?

Rank among 2019 models1002nd of 1,380(bottom half)

Rank among Volvo models349th of 619(bottom half)

vs average of all models+6%(82% avg)

vs 2019 models average-2%(90% avg)

vs Volvo average+1%(87% avg)

Mileage Analysis

37,595

Average miles

37,000

Expected for age

The average 2019 Volvo V40 had 37,595 miles on the clock at its 2024 MOT, which is in line with the expected 37,000 miles for a 5-year-old car, suggesting normal everyday use.

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Volvo V40 by Year

Year	Pass Rate	Tests	Avg Mileage
2019	88%	13,557	37,595 mi
2018	85%	21,560	46,813 mi
2017	84%	23,480	57,396 mi
2016	82%	27,152	67,465 mi
2015	80%	28,590	79,222 mi
2014	80%	30,222	89,093 mi
2013	80%	20,970	99,522 mi
2012	76%	4,370	105,566 mi
2004	66%	1,585	125,049 mi
2003	66%	1,843	125,362 mi
2002	68%	1,201	124,584 mi
2001	70%	959	121,513 mi
2000	66%	547	116,773 mi
1999	67%	544	104,983 mi
1998	67%	336	97,373 mi
1997	70%	274	97,758 mi
1996	95%	38	92,559 mi

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+2%

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About the 2019 Volvo V40

The 2019 Volvo V40 is a premium car. Our records list a 1498cc petrol engine, though engines vary between versions. 13,557 MOT tests were recorded on this model in 2024, making it one of the most commonly tested models on UK roads. Among all models from 2019, the average MOT pass rate is 90%, and this model falls short of that benchmark.

With an average of 37,595 miles recorded at its 2024 MOT tests, Volvo V40 owners drive about as much as the UK average.

2019 Volvo V40 Fuel Costs

The 1498cc petrol engine offers a reasonable balance between performance and economy. Expect around 42 mpg in mixed driving, which works out to roughly £1,398 per year with petrol at 174.57p per litre (GOV.UK weekly average, week of 19 October 2026; based on 7,400 miles per year).

What does it cost to own a 2019 Volvo V40?

Total estimated annual running cost is £2,003 (£167/month), broken down as £1,398 fuel, £200 road tax, £55 MOT, and £350 predicted repairs. Repair costs are moderate, reflecting the 88% pass rate. Keeping on top of servicing will help avoid surprises.

Volvo V40 Reliability Trend

Newer Volvo V40s pass their MOT more often than older ones, by 14 percentage points on average, which is mostly down to age and wear.

Buying a Used 2019 Volvo V40

At 7 years old, this is a solid used buy if you find one with good service history. Depreciation has levelled off, so you won't lose much more value. Focus on condition over mileage. With 13,557 MOT tests in our data, there's strong statistical confidence in these figures.

Common Issues to Watch For

These are typical issues for cars of this age, fuel type and engine size, not faults recorded on this model's MOT tests. Use them as a checklist when you view one.

Suspension Wear

Medium risk

Shock absorbers, springs, and anti-roll bar links typically need attention around this age. Listen for clunks over bumps and check for uneven tyre wear.

Service History

Low risk

Always request a full service history. Regular servicing is the single best indicator of how well a car has been maintained, regardless of mileage.

Running Costs Compared

How the 2019 Volvo V40 stacks up against similar cars for estimated annual running costs, insurance group, and tax.

Car	Pass Rate	Fuel/yr	Tax/yr	Est. Ins. Group	Total/yr
Volvo V40(2019)	88%	£1,398	£200	Grp 12-25	£2,003
Ford Fiesta(2018)	90%	£1,175	£200	Grp 1-8	£1,630-£373
Ford Focus(2017)	89%	£1,398	£200	Grp 12-25	£2,003same
Nissan Qashqai(2017)	86%	£1,175	£200	Grp 5-15	£1,780-£223
Vauxhall Corsa(2017)	82%	£1,398	£200	Grp 8-20	£2,003same

Estimates based on 7,400 miles/year, GOV.UK average pump prices for the week of 19 October 2026, GOV.UK road tax rates and MOT data. Insurance groups are our rough estimate from engine size, not official groups. Actual costs vary by driver, location, and usage.

Questions about the 2019 Volvo V40

Is the 2019 Volvo V40 reliable?

Good reliability. Occasional issues but generally solid. 88% of MOT tests on 2019 Volvo V40s ended in a pass, from 13,557 tests (DVSA MOT data for tests in 2024, retests included). That's 6 points above the average of 82% across all models in the same data.

How much does a 2019 Volvo V40 cost to run?

Our estimate is £2,003 a year (£167 a month): £1,398 fuel, £200 road tax, £55 MOT and £350 predicted repairs, based on 7,400 miles a year. Insurance is not included.

What is the MOT pass rate for a 2019 Volvo V40?

88% of 13,557 MOT tests on the 2019 Volvo V40 ended in a pass (DVSA MOT data for tests in 2024, retests included). That ranks it 1002nd of 1,380 models first registered in 2019 (bottom half).

Which year Volvo V40 has the best MOT pass rate?

Of the years with at least 100 tests, the 2019 Volvo V40 has the highest MOT pass rate at 88% and the 2000 the lowest at 66%. Newer cars usually pass more often simply because they are younger and have done fewer miles.

What is the average mileage for a 2019 Volvo V40?

The average mileage recorded at MOT tests on the 2019 Volvo V40 is 37,595 miles, which is in line with the expected 37,000 miles for a 5-year-old car, suggesting normal everyday use.