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GK13 ZZA

2013 Volvo V40

Grey Diesel 1560cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires10 Aug 2027
Tests14 (11 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate78.6%

Mileage

109,296 mi
Last recorded109,296 miles
Recorded on20 Jul 2026
Typical for 2013 Volvo V4070,756 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGK13 ZZA
MakeVolvo
ModelV40
Year2013
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,560cc

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MOT History

11 pass 3 fail
Pass 20 Jul 2026 109,296 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both inner and outer (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both inner and outer (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 8 Aug 2025 102,298 miles

Offside Front Lower Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 8 Aug 2024 95,200 miles
Pass 10 Aug 2023 87,568 miles

Nearside Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))

Pass 10 Aug 2022 79,802 miles
Pass 9 Aug 2021 71,042 miles

Offside Front Suspension component ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 11 Aug 2020 63,261 miles
Fail 11 Aug 2020 63,261 miles

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

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

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

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

Pass 13 Sep 2019 57,788 miles
Fail 13 Sep 2019 57,788 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 7 Sep 2018 50,412 miles
Pass 8 Sep 2017 42,575 miles

Nearside Front tyre wall kerb damaged

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

Fail 2 Sep 2017 42,440 miles

Offside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

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

Nearside Front tyre wall kerb damaged

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

Pass 16 Sep 2016 34,516 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 ZZA is a 2013 Volvo V40 in Grey 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 GK13 ZZA, 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

How do I check the history of GK13 ZZA?

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What year was GK13 ZZA registered?

GK13 ZZA is a 2013 Volvo V40, first registered on 30 March 2013.

Is GK13 ZZA safe to buy?

The MOT history for GK13 ZZA 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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