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RK13 BYN

2013 Volvo V40

Blue Diesel 1560cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires21 Mar 2026
Tests10 (9 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate90%

Mileage

129,229 mi
Last recorded129,229 miles
Recorded on22 Mar 2025
Typical for 2013 Volvo V4070,756 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRK13 BYN
MakeVolvo
ModelV40
Year2013
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,560cc

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MOT History

9 pass 1 fail
Pass 22 Mar 2025 129,229 miles

Rear Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Under tray fitted

Pass 14 Mar 2024 125,038 miles

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

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 2 May 2023 114,225 miles
Fail 2 May 2023 114,225 miles

Nearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 27 Apr 2022 112,463 miles

Front registration plate slightly damaged

Pass 4 May 2021 110,362 miles
Pass 24 Apr 2019 108,612 miles
Pass 25 Apr 2018 101,463 miles
Pass 18 Apr 2017 80,869 miles

front pads getting low 3to4mm left

Pass 18 Apr 2016 60,258 miles

both front tyres getting low 3mm left

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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RK13 BYN is a 2013 Volvo V40 in Blue with a 1,560cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90%.

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 RK13 BYN, 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 RK13 BYN registered?

RK13 BYN is a 2013 Volvo V40, first registered on 25 April 2013.

Is RK13 BYN safe to buy?

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