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OU13 LHD

2013 Volvo V40

Grey Diesel 1560cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires3 Aug 2026
Tests11 (10 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate90.9%

Mileage

131,877 mi
Last recorded131,877 miles
Recorded on4 Aug 2025
Typical for 2013 Volvo V4070,756 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationOU13 LHD
MakeVolvo
ModelV40
Year2013
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,560cc

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MOT History

10 pass 1 fail
Pass 4 Aug 2025 131,877 miles

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

Pass 29 May 2024 115,904 miles
Fail 28 May 2024 115,895 miles

Nearside Rear Brake pad(s) worn down to wear indicator (1.1.13 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Brake pad(s) worn down to wear indicator (1.1.13 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm below limit on inner edge. (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened worn (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Offside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened worn (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Pass 30 May 2023 106,648 miles
Pass 25 May 2022 102,485 miles
Pass 26 May 2021 98,432 miles
Pass 17 Jun 2020 94,769 miles
Pass 25 Apr 2019 88,069 miles

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

Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing BOTH REARS (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 3 May 2018 81,153 miles
Pass 18 May 2017 75,079 miles
Pass 25 May 2016 69,251 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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OU13 LHD is a 2013 Volvo V40 in Grey with a 1,560cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90.9%.

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 OU13 LHD, 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 OU13 LHD registered?

OU13 LHD is a 2013 Volvo V40, first registered on 6 April 2013.

Is OU13 LHD safe to buy?

The MOT history for OU13 LHD shows 11 tests with a 90.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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