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AK13 DDX

2013 Volvo V40

Black Diesel 1560cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires27 Sep 2026
Tests17 (11 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate64.7%

Mileage

120,393 mi
Last recorded120,393 miles
Recorded on10 Sep 2025
Typical for 2013 Volvo V4070,756 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAK13 DDX
MakeVolvo
ModelV40
Year2013
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,560cc

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MOT History

11 pass 6 fail
Pass 10 Sep 2025 120,393 miles

Front Coil spring corroded both sides (5.3.1 (b) (i))

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

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

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge tyre worn inner edge & perished (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge tyre worn on edges & perished & nail in tyre (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 24 Sep 2024 113,190 miles
Fail 24 Sep 2024 113,190 miles

Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour Both (4.4.3 (a))

Pass 28 Sep 2023 104,043 miles
Pass 2 Feb 2023 98,907 miles
Fail 2 Feb 2023 98,898 miles

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

Nearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 8 Feb 2022 90,829 miles
Pass 8 Feb 2021 82,114 miles
Pass 10 Feb 2020 73,477 miles
Fail 10 Feb 2020 73,476 miles

Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Parking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))

Rear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2 (1.2.1 (b) (i))

Pass 21 Feb 2019 63,958 miles
Fail 21 Feb 2019 63,958 miles

Nearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))

Rear Registration plate inscription illegible (0.1 (b))

Pass 21 Mar 2018 54,380 miles
Fail 21 Mar 2018 54,380 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 26 Apr 2017 37,542 miles
Pass 21 Apr 2016 20,828 miles
Fail 21 Apr 2016 20,828 miles

Offside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

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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AK13 DDX is a 2013 Volvo V40 in Black with a 1,560cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 64.7%.

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 AK13 DDX, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was AK13 DDX registered?

AK13 DDX is a 2013 Volvo V40, first registered on 30 April 2013.

Is AK13 DDX safe to buy?

The MOT history for AK13 DDX shows 17 tests with a 64.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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