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HF13 RYC

2013 Volvo V40

Blue Petrol 1596cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires15 Mar 2026
Tests15 (10 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

104,000 mi
Last recorded104,000 miles
Recorded on11 Mar 2026
Typical for 2013 Volvo V4070,756 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHF13 RYC
MakeVolvo
ModelV40
Year2013
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,596cc

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MOT History

10 pass 5 fail
Fail 11 Mar 2026 104,000 miles

Offside Front Driver's door cannot be opened from inside the vehicle (6.2.3 (a))

Offside Front Driver's door cannot be opened from outside the vehicle (6.2.3 (a))

Pass 28 Feb 2025 96,590 miles
Pass 28 Feb 2024 88,792 miles
Pass 24 Feb 2023 80,374 miles
Pass 23 Feb 2022 73,205 miles
Fail 23 Feb 2022 73,205 miles

Nearside Rear Hydraulic brake calliper leaking (1.1.16 (b) (i))

Pass 10 Mar 2021 64,861 miles

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

Fail 10 Mar 2021 64,861 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

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

Offside Headlamp aim too low and too far to the left. (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 24 Feb 2020 61,940 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin front brake pads 3mm (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge tyre measured 3mm (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 8 Mar 2019 50,041 miles

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

Pass 13 Mar 2018 34,417 miles

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

Fail 13 Mar 2018 34,415 miles

Offside Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

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

Pass 16 Mar 2017 19,196 miles
Fail 16 Mar 2017 19,196 miles

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

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

Pass 6 May 2016 18,876 miles

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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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HF13 RYC is a 2013 Volvo V40 in Blue with a 1,596cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 HF13 RYC, 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 HF13 RYC?

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What year was HF13 RYC registered?

HF13 RYC is a 2013 Volvo V40, first registered on 31 May 2013.

Is HF13 RYC safe to buy?

The MOT history for HF13 RYC shows 15 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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