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DW59 CJW

2013 Volvo V40

Black Diesel 1560cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires13 Sep 2027
Tests17 (11 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate64.7%

Mileage

104,895 mi
Last recorded104,895 miles
Recorded on17 Aug 2026
Typical for 2013 Volvo V4070,756 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDW59 CJW
MakeVolvo
ModelV40
Year2013
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,560cc

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MOT History

11 pass 6 fail
Pass 17 Aug 2026 104,895 miles
Fail 14 Aug 2026 104,891 miles

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

Offside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

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

Pass 4 Sep 2025 98,522 miles

Items removed from driver's view prior to test

Nearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Vehicles internal headlight adjuster altered to recheck lights

Fail 26 Aug 2025 98,488 miles

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

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

Items removed from driver's view prior to test

Nearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Vehicles internal headlight adjuster altered to recheck lights

Pass 2 Sep 2024 93,873 miles

Nearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge wearing on inner shoulder (5.2.3 (e))

Fail 28 Aug 2024 93,872 miles

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

Electronic stability control warning lamp indicates a fault (7.12 (e))

Nearside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

Items removed from driver's view prior to test

Nearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge wearing on inner shoulder (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 17 Aug 2023 89,135 miles

Advise rear central secondary bonnet catch only works with manual release

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

Offside Front Shock absorbers has a reduced damping effect (5.3.2 (d))

Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 19 Aug 2022 86,109 miles

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

Fail 17 Aug 2022 86,096 miles

Offside Front Headlamp aim too low Dip beam unit (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Front Headlamp aim too low Main beam unit (4.1.2 (a))

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

Pass 31 Aug 2021 80,742 miles

Items removed from driver's view prior to test

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged cosmetic damage to outer wall (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Vehicles internal headlight adjuster altered to recheck lights

Fail 25 Aug 2021 80,641 miles

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

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

Offside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect dip imaged diffuse (4.1.2 (c))

Offside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Rear Brake hose excessively twisted (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Items removed from driver's view prior to test

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged cosmetic damage to outer wall (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Vehicles internal headlight adjuster altered to recheck lights

Pass 17 Aug 2020 73,942 miles

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

front tyres wearing on inner edges

Pass 9 Sep 2019 68,674 miles
Fail 7 Sep 2019 68,673 miles

Offside Rear Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

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

Pass 1 Sep 2018 60,168 miles

Nearside Rear parking brake efficiency low

Pass 14 Sep 2017 48,691 miles
Pass 5 Sep 2016 35,001 miles

Rear Inner Brake pad(s) wearing thin change soon (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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DW59 CJW 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 DW59 CJW, 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

How do I check the history of DW59 CJW?

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What year was DW59 CJW registered?

DW59 CJW is a 2013 Volvo V40, first registered on 2 September 2013.

Is DW59 CJW safe to buy?

The MOT history for DW59 CJW 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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