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FL13 FMY

2013 Volvo V40

Blue Diesel 1560cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires20 Feb 2027
Tests16 (11 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate68.8%

Mileage

112,140 mi
Last recorded112,140 miles
Recorded on21 Feb 2026
Typical for 2013 Volvo V4070,756 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFL13 FMY
MakeVolvo
ModelV40
Year2013
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,560cc

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MOT History

11 pass 5 fail
Pass 21 Feb 2026 112,140 miles
Fail 18 Feb 2026 112,140 miles

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

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

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

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

Offside Rear Parking brake inoperative on one side (1.4.1 (a))

Pass 19 Feb 2025 92,415 miles

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view stone chip (3.2 (a) (i))

Fail 19 Feb 2025 92,415 miles

Offside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view stone chip (3.2 (a) (i))

Rear Service brake has no recorded effort at a wheel (1.2.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 24 Jan 2024 90,947 miles

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

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

Fail 17 Jan 2024 90,717 miles

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

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

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

Pass 13 Jan 2023 79,861 miles

Protective undertrays fitted

Fail 7 Jan 2023 79,806 miles

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

Protective undertrays fitted

Pass 4 Jan 2022 70,318 miles
Pass 26 Apr 2021 64,988 miles
Pass 7 May 2020 62,771 miles
Pass 25 Mar 2019 57,905 miles

front tyres worn low on inner edges

Fail 18 Mar 2019 57,720 miles

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

Parking brake lever has excessive movement indicating incorrect adjustment no reserve travel (1.1.6 (c))

front tyres worn low on inner edges

Pass 27 Mar 2018 49,963 miles

undertrays fitted

Pass 15 Mar 2017 40,439 miles

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

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

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

Pass 21 Mar 2016 30,238 miles

undertrays and engine cover fitted not allowing full inspection

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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FL13 FMY is a 2013 Volvo V40 in Blue with a 1,560cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 68.8%.

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 FL13 FMY, 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 FL13 FMY registered?

FL13 FMY is a 2013 Volvo V40, first registered on 28 March 2013.

Is FL13 FMY safe to buy?

The MOT history for FL13 FMY shows 16 tests with a 68.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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