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LK13 LLE

2013 Volvo V40

Blue Diesel 1984cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires12 Apr 2027
Tests12 (11 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate91.7%

Mileage

124,030 mi
Last recorded124,030 miles
Recorded on8 Apr 2026
Typical for 2013 Volvo V4070,756 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLK13 LLE
MakeVolvo
ModelV40
Year2013
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,984cc

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MOT History

11 pass 1 fail
Pass 8 Apr 2026 124,030 miles

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

Offside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 10 Apr 2025 117,079 miles
Pass 12 Apr 2024 108,369 miles
Pass 18 Mar 2023 99,141 miles

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Nearside Front Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Pass 13 Apr 2022 94,601 miles

Nearside Obligatory mirror slightly loose (3.3 (b) (i))

Nearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Nearside Rear reflector defective or damaged by up to 50% of the reflecting surface (4.8.1 (a) (i))

Pass 5 Jun 2021 80,755 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 3.mm and bald edges (close to cords) (5.2.3 (e))

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

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 3.mm and bald edges (close to cords) (5.2.3 (e))

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

engine cover and undertrays fitted

service warning on

Fail 5 Jun 2021 80,755 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 3.mm and bald edges (close to cords) (5.2.3 (e))

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

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 3.mm and bald edges (close to cords) (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

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

engine cover and undertrays fitted

service warning on

Pass 29 Jun 2020 69,443 miles
Pass 19 Mar 2019 62,289 miles
Pass 3 Apr 2018 59,199 miles

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

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

Pass 10 Mar 2017 58,217 miles
Pass 18 Mar 2016 56,844 miles

offside rear tyre wearing low

wiper blades in poor condition

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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LK13 LLE is a 2013 Volvo V40 in Blue with a 1,984cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 91.7%.

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 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 LK13 LLE, 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 LK13 LLE registered?

LK13 LLE is a 2013 Volvo V40, first registered on 19 March 2013.

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The MOT history for LK13 LLE shows 12 tests with a 91.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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