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LR13 PFN

2013 Volvo V40

Grey Diesel 1984cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires16 Jul 2027
Tests15 (11 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate73.3%

Mileage

71,987 mi
Last recorded71,987 miles
Recorded on17 Jul 2026
Typical for 2013 Volvo V4070,756 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLR13 PFN
MakeVolvo
ModelV40
Year2013
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,984cc

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MOT History

11 pass 4 fail
Pass 17 Jul 2026 71,987 miles

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Fail 14 Jul 2026 71,956 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Offside Headlamp aim unable to be tested (4.1.2 (b))

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Rear Inner Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure sidewall (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

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

Offside Rear Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge edge plus nails (5.2.3 (e))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 4 Jul 2025 67,263 miles

Nearside Rear Nail in tyre

Offside Rear Nail in tyre

Fail 26 Jun 2025 67,206 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))

Electronic stability control switch not functioning correctly (7.12 (d))

Electronic stability control warning lamp indicates a fault (7.12 (e))

Headlamp aim unable to be tested (4.1.2 (b))

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Rear Road wheel fixing missing (5.2.1 (a) (i))

Offside Front Service brake excessively fluctuating (1.2.1 (e))

Offside Rear Road wheel fixing missing (5.2.1 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))

Nearside Rear Nail in tyre

Offside Rear Nail in tyre

Pass 13 Jun 2024 63,232 miles

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

Nearside Rear Nail in tyre

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

Offside Rear Nail in tyre x8

Fail 7 Jun 2024 63,180 miles

Nearside Front Inner Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

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

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

Nearside Rear Nail in tyre

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

Offside Rear Nail in tyre x8

Pass 20 Apr 2023 56,839 miles

Nearside and offside side skirts insecure

Offside Rear Nail in tyre

Fail 20 Apr 2023 56,839 miles

Front Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements Letter L missing (0.1 (d))

Rear All direction indicators incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))

Nearside and offside side skirts insecure

Offside Rear Nail in tyre

Pass 22 Apr 2022 51,024 miles

Direction indicator slightly discoloured NSR and OSR (4.4.3 (a))

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

Nearside Front Obligatory mirror slightly damaged Glass cracked. (3.3 (b) (i))

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

Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge NSF and OSF tyres heavy wear at inner shoulders. (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 20 Apr 2021 30,996 miles

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

Nearside Non obligatory mirror damaged mirror glass cracked

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

Pass 26 Mar 2020 18,189 miles

engine covers and under trays obscuring some components

Pass 23 Apr 2019 16,606 miles

Nearside Rear Nail in tyre

engine covers and under trays obscuring some components

Pass 10 Apr 2018 14,458 miles

engine covers and under trays obscuring some components

Pass 13 Apr 2017 12,690 miles

engine covers and under trays fitted

Pass 13 Apr 2016 9,387 miles

engine covers and under covers fitted

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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LR13 PFN is a 2013 Volvo V40 in Grey with a 1,984cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 73.3%.

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 LR13 PFN, 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.

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What year was LR13 PFN registered?

LR13 PFN is a 2013 Volvo V40, first registered on 13 May 2013.

Is LR13 PFN safe to buy?

The MOT history for LR13 PFN shows 15 tests with a 73.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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