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RK13 GCV

2013 Volvo V40

Grey Diesel 1984cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires13 Mar 2026
Tests12 (10 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

76,234 mi
Last recorded76,234 miles
Recorded on18 Feb 2025
Typical for 2013 Volvo V4070,756 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRK13 GCV
MakeVolvo
ModelV40
Year2013
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,984cc

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MOT History

10 pass 2 fail
Pass 18 Feb 2025 76,234 miles
Pass 14 Mar 2024 71,219 miles

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

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

Fail 13 Mar 2024 71,219 miles

Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed Both fronts (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

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

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

Pass 3 Mar 2023 68,725 miles
Pass 9 Mar 2022 61,278 miles
Pass 9 Mar 2021 55,543 miles
Fail 9 Mar 2021 55,543 miles

Headlamp aim too low both front headlamp aims too low (4.1.2 (a))

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing outer wall cut (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 9 Mar 2020 52,005 miles
Pass 21 Mar 2019 43,084 miles

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

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

Pass 19 Mar 2018 36,207 miles
Pass 22 Mar 2017 29,815 miles
Pass 8 Apr 2016 22,133 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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RK13 GCV is a 2013 Volvo V40 in Grey with a 1,984cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 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 GCV, 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 RK13 GCV registered?

RK13 GCV is a 2013 Volvo V40, first registered on 15 April 2013.

Is RK13 GCV safe to buy?

The MOT history for RK13 GCV shows 12 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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