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AF13 BAV

2013 Volvo V40

Blue Diesel 1560cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires8 Nov 2026
Tests16 (11 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate68.8%

Mileage

92,917 mi
Last recorded92,917 miles
Recorded on28 Oct 2025
Typical for 2013 Volvo V4070,756 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAF13 BAV
MakeVolvo
ModelV40
Year2013
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,560cc

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MOT History

11 pass 5 fail
Pass 28 Oct 2025 92,917 miles

Front Sub-frame is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Nearside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Nearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing cracking on inner and outer sidewalls also in tread (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing cracking on inner and outer sidewalls also in tread (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Fail 27 Oct 2025 92,917 miles

Nearside Rear Service brake excessively fluctuating (1.2.1 (e))

Front Sub-frame is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Nearside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Nearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing cracking on inner and outer sidewalls also in tread (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing cracking on inner and outer sidewalls also in tread (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

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

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both rear discs worn and lipped (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin all rear pads low (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 7 Nov 2024 83,968 miles

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

Fail 6 Nov 2024 83,947 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Offside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

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

Pass 23 Oct 2023 80,301 miles
Pass 9 Nov 2022 76,029 miles
Pass 1 Jun 2022 73,607 miles

Offside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Fail 30 May 2022

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))

Nearside Front Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Front Coil spring fractured or broken broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Pass 3 Jun 2021 66,956 miles

exhaust & hangers corroded

Pass 16 Mar 2020 64,149 miles
Pass 18 Mar 2019 57,861 miles
Fail 18 Mar 2019 57,860 miles

Offside Front Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 20 Mar 2018 48,719 miles
Pass 21 Mar 2017 38,511 miles

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

Fail 21 Mar 2017 38,511 miles

Offside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

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

Pass 1 Mar 2016 27,592 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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AF13 BAV is a 2013 Volvo V40 in Blue with a 1,560cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 68.8%.

Across all 2013 Volvo V40 models, the average MOT pass rate is 79.7% with a typical mileage of 70,756 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 AF13 BAV, 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 13 years old, this Volvo V40 is still in the earlier part of its expected life.

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AF13 BAV is a 2013 Volvo V40, first registered on 1 March 2013.

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