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GK13 EXF

2013 Volvo V40

Black Diesel 1560cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 Sep 2024
Tests11 (9 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate81.8%

Mileage

131,359 mi
Last recorded131,359 miles
Recorded on29 Sep 2023
Typical for 2013 Volvo V4070,756 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGK13 EXF
MakeVolvo
ModelV40
Year2013
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,560cc

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MOT History

9 pass 2 fail
Pass 29 Sep 2023 131,359 miles
Fail 18 Sep 2023 131,359 miles

Parking brake efficiency less than 50% of the required value (1.4.2 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 8 Sep 2022 120,103 miles
Pass 13 Sep 2021 110,806 miles

Rear Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

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

Pass 16 Sep 2020 101,027 miles
Pass 28 Feb 2020 96,047 miles
Fail 28 Feb 2020 96,047 miles

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

Pass 1 Mar 2019 76,985 miles
Pass 28 Feb 2018 60,566 miles

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

Pass 3 Mar 2017 45,435 miles
Pass 2 Feb 2016 28,611 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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GK13 EXF is a 2013 Volvo V40 in Black with a 1,560cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.8%.

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 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 GK13 EXF, 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 GK13 EXF registered?

GK13 EXF is a 2013 Volvo V40, first registered on 9 March 2013.

Is GK13 EXF safe to buy?

The MOT history for GK13 EXF shows 11 tests with a 81.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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