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FE13 UHL

2013 Volvo V40

Red Diesel 1560cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires9 Dec 2026
Tests14 (11 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate78.6%

Mileage

98,081 mi
Last recorded98,081 miles
Recorded on10 Dec 2025
Typical for 2013 Volvo V4070,756 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFE13 UHL
MakeVolvo
ModelV40
Year2013
ColourRed
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,560cc

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MOT History

11 pass 3 fail
Pass 10 Dec 2025 98,081 miles

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Pass 17 Jan 2025 91,989 miles

Nearside Rear Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))

Offside Front Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Pass 15 Dec 2023 80,758 miles
Pass 13 Dec 2022 66,706 miles
Fail 13 Dec 2022 66,697 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))

Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

Pass 13 Nov 2021 59,878 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge worn on inner edge 225/40/18w (5.2.3 (e))

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge worn on inner edge 225/40/18w (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Outer Tyre slightly damaged sidewall (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Fail 13 Nov 2021 59,878 miles

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

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge worn on inner edge 225/40/18w (5.2.3 (e))

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge worn on inner edge 225/40/18w (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Outer Tyre slightly damaged sidewall (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 28 Oct 2020 54,880 miles

engine bay covers & under-trays fitted

Pass 14 Jan 2020 51,315 miles
Pass 18 Jan 2019 43,656 miles

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

Pass 30 Jan 2018 39,980 miles
Fail 29 Jan 2018 39,980 miles

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

Offside rear brakes release unevenly (3.7.B.4)

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

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

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

Pass 18 Mar 2017 33,746 miles

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

Nearside Front driving lamp not secure to bumper but working

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

Pass 30 Mar 2016 22,645 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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FE13 UHL is a 2013 Volvo V40 in Red with a 1,560cc 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 FE13 UHL, 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 FE13 UHL registered?

FE13 UHL is a 2013 Volvo V40, first registered on 12 March 2013.

Is FE13 UHL safe to buy?

The MOT history for FE13 UHL shows 14 tests with a 78.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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