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AK13 HYL

2013 Volvo V40

White Diesel 1984cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires3 Dec 2026
Tests14 (11 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate78.6%

Mileage

157,814 mi
Last recorded157,814 miles
Recorded on4 Dec 2025
Typical for 2013 Volvo V4070,756 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAK13 HYL
MakeVolvo
ModelV40
Year2013
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,984cc

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MOT History

11 pass 3 fail
Pass 4 Dec 2025 157,814 miles
Pass 19 May 2025 152,360 miles

centre stop light disconnected

chuffing noise from engine,possible injector seal

front tyres worn below 1.6mm on both edges

long travel on parking brake lever

oil leak,undertray wet

Pass 20 May 2024 141,994 miles

brake pedal rubber worn

full underside inspection prevented by undertrays

oil seepage/undertray damp

Fail 9 May 2024 141,994 miles

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

Offside Rear Other passenger door cannot be opened from outside the vehicle (6.2.3 (a))

Offside Side repeater light intensity significantly reduced (4.4.3 (a))

brake pedal rubber worn

full underside inspection prevented by undertrays

oil seepage/undertray damp

Pass 17 May 2023 133,699 miles

Brake pedal wearing smooth (1.1.2 (c))

Fail 17 May 2023 133,699 miles

Brake pedal wearing smooth (1.1.2 (c))

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

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

Pass 19 May 2022 122,991 miles

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

various body damage

Pass 25 May 2021 111,363 miles

advise front brake pad wear check in approx 3000 miles

brake pedal rubber worn

front tyres worn on edges

nail in nearside rear tyre tread

nearside rear indicator flashing pale orange

oil seepage

various bumper damage

Pass 20 May 2020 105,255 miles

damage to outer sidewall of nearside front tyre

front tyres worn below 1.6mm on inner edges - advise replacement

nail in nearside rear tyre and outer sidewall is weakend

oil seepage

rear bumper damaged

rear tyres worn on edges

Pass 26 Apr 2019 97,083 miles

front bumper damage

offside wiper poor

Pass 14 Apr 2018 82,639 miles

nearside trackrod end worn

offside front tyre worn on edges

Fail 14 Apr 2018 82,639 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has a lump, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b) DANGEROUS

front tyres worn on inner edges

nearside trackrod end worn

Pass 21 Apr 2017 60,372 miles
Pass 6 Apr 2016 46,282 miles

Both front tyres are very worn on the inner edges

Rear Inner Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

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 HYL is a 2013 Volvo V40 in White with a 1,984cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.6%.

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 HYL, 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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What year was AK13 HYL registered?

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

Is AK13 HYL safe to buy?

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