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FG13 FBC

2013 Volvo V40

Red Diesel 1560cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires12 Apr 2026
Tests11 (10 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate90.9%

Mileage

86,023 mi
Last recorded86,023 miles
Recorded on5 Apr 2025
Typical for 2013 Volvo V4070,756 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFG13 FBC
MakeVolvo
ModelV40
Year2013
ColourRed
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,560cc

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MOT History

10 pass 1 fail
Pass 5 Apr 2025 86,023 miles

Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Both Front (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Nearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Offside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Rear Axle Corroded

Pass 13 Apr 2024 81,479 miles
Fail 13 Apr 2024 81,479 miles

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

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

Pass 5 Apr 2023 76,616 miles

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

vehicle under tray fiited

Pass 7 Apr 2022 71,950 miles

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

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 16 Mar 2021 68,180 miles
Pass 10 Mar 2020 63,768 miles

Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively both discs worn (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin inner pads appear to be low (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Non obligatory mirror damaged ()

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

Pass 12 Mar 2019 56,674 miles
Pass 3 Apr 2018 49,598 miles
Pass 4 Apr 2017 41,775 miles
Pass 4 Apr 2016 32,997 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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FG13 FBC is a 2013 Volvo V40 in Red with a 1,560cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90.9%.

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 performed better than the average for its year.

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 FG13 FBC, 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 FG13 FBC registered?

FG13 FBC is a 2013 Volvo V40, first registered on 30 April 2013.

Is FG13 FBC safe to buy?

The MOT history for FG13 FBC shows 11 tests with a 90.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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