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LX13 UVZ

2013 Volvo V40

Blue Diesel 1984cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires17 Dec 2026
Tests14 (11 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate78.6%

Mileage

84,140 mi
Last recorded84,140 miles
Recorded on28 Nov 2025
Typical for 2013 Volvo V4070,756 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLX13 UVZ
MakeVolvo
ModelV40
Year2013
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,984cc

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MOT History

11 pass 3 fail
Pass 28 Nov 2025 84,140 miles

Front knock under braking

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged outer sidewall (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

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

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

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

Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing nearside & offside (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 20 Nov 2024 77,273 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge worn smooth on the inner shoulder (5.2.3 (e))

Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing nearside & offside - cracking on the inner edges (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Fail 19 Nov 2024 77,258 miles

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

Nearside Front Road wheel fractured inner rim - marked with chalk (5.2.2 (a)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge worn smooth on the inner shoulder (5.2.3 (e))

Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing nearside & offside - cracking on the inner edges (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 18 Dec 2023 71,052 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

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

offside rear tyre is feathering on the inner edge

Fail 15 Dec 2023 70,980 miles

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

Offside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed inner shoulder - marked with chalk (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

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

offside rear tyre is feathering on the inner edge

Pass 3 Jan 2023 63,398 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged outer sidewall (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

coolant level low

Pass 4 Jan 2022 56,469 miles

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

Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured both rear indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing rear tyres cracking on the inner edge (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 11 Jan 2021 49,126 miles

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

Nearside Rear Nail in tyre ()

Pass 6 Jan 2020 44,135 miles

Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Nearside and Offside Worn Smooth Inner Edges - On Limit Now (5.2.3 (e))

Front Windscreen wiper blade defective Nearside and Offside (3.4 (b) (i))

Fail 3 Jan 2020 44,057 miles

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

Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Nearside and Offside Worn Smooth Inner Edges - On Limit Now (5.2.3 (e))

Front Windscreen wiper blade defective Nearside and Offside (3.4 (b) (i))

Pass 19 Jan 2019 34,976 miles
Pass 1 Dec 2017 26,876 miles
Pass 30 Dec 2016 20,805 miles
Pass 8 Feb 2016 15,711 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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LX13 UVZ is a 2013 Volvo V40 in Blue 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 LX13 UVZ, 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 LX13 UVZ registered?

LX13 UVZ is a 2013 Volvo V40, first registered on 12 April 2013.

Is LX13 UVZ safe to buy?

The MOT history for LX13 UVZ 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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