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DY13 RFK

2013 Volvo V40

Black Diesel 1560cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires17 May 2023
Tests9 (7 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate77.8%

Mileage

146,894 mi
Last recorded146,894 miles
Recorded on18 May 2022
Typical for 2013 Volvo V4070,756 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDY13 RFK
MakeVolvo
ModelV40
Year2013
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,560cc

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MOT History

7 pass 2 fail
Pass 18 May 2022 146,894 miles
Pass 30 Apr 2021 136,018 miles
Fail 30 Apr 2021 136,018 miles

Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm both sides (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 21 Apr 2020 125,360 miles

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing outer sidewall. Tyre slightly damaged (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Nearside Front Valve stem slightly damaged (5.2.3 (j))

Nearside Rear Valve stem slightly damaged (5.2.3 (j))

Offside Rear Valve stem slightly damaged (5.2.3 (j))

Pass 16 Apr 2019 111,960 miles

Engine covers & under trays fitted

Pass 5 May 2018 100,247 miles
Pass 23 Mar 2017 91,910 miles
Fail 23 Mar 2017 91,910 miles

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

Nearside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

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

Offside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Pass 8 Apr 2016 73,324 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

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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DY13 RFK is a 2013 Volvo V40 in Black with a 1,560cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.8%.

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 DY13 RFK, 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 DY13 RFK registered?

DY13 RFK is a 2013 Volvo V40, first registered on 19 April 2013.

Is DY13 RFK safe to buy?

The MOT history for DY13 RFK shows 9 tests with a 77.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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