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GN13 VXU

2013 Volvo V40

Red Diesel 1984cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires12 Jan 2027
Tests14 (11 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate78.6%

Mileage

108,750 mi
Last recorded108,750 miles
Recorded on6 Jan 2026
Typical for 2013 Volvo V4070,756 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGN13 VXU
MakeVolvo
ModelV40
Year2013
ColourRed
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,984cc

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MOT History

11 pass 3 fail
Pass 6 Jan 2026 108,750 miles

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

Pass 7 Jan 2025 102,446 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

Offside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

Pass 5 Jan 2024 95,681 miles
Pass 9 Jan 2023 88,782 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged small cut to outer side wall (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Rear slight condensation to both rear light units

Fail 9 Jan 2023 88,782 miles

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

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged small cut to outer side wall (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Rear slight condensation to both rear light units

Pass 10 Jan 2022 80,918 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 6 Jan 2021 73,509 miles
Fail 6 Jan 2021 73,509 miles

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

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

Pass 6 Jan 2020 64,945 miles
Pass 3 Jan 2019 54,767 miles

Both Tyre's balding on edges

Front blades smearing slightly

Pass 5 Jan 2018 45,640 miles
Pass 13 Jan 2017 35,800 miles
Pass 22 Feb 2016 29,517 miles
Fail 22 Feb 2016 29,517 miles

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

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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GN13 VXU is a 2013 Volvo V40 in Red with a 1,984cc 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 GN13 VXU, 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 GN13 VXU registered?

GN13 VXU is a 2013 Volvo V40, first registered on 1 March 2013.

Is GN13 VXU safe to buy?

The MOT history for GN13 VXU 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.

Does GN13 VXU have outstanding finance?

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