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ST13 SWX

2013 Volvo V40

Blue Diesel 1560cc
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MOT Status

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Expires5 Sep 2026
Tests15 (10 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

Typical for 2013 Volvo V4070,756 mi
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationST13 SWX
MakeVolvo
ModelV40
Year2013
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,560cc

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MOT History

10 pass 5 fail
Pass 5 Sep 2025

Rear Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Rear Upper Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 6 Sep 2024 83,203 miles
Fail 6 Sep 2024 83,203 miles

Offside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

Pass 4 Sep 2023 76,503 miles

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Nearside Rear tyre misshaped

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 3mm (5.2.3 (e))

handbrake only made minimum effort

Pass 5 Sep 2022 71,455 miles
Fail 5 Sep 2022 71,455 miles

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

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

Pass 31 Aug 2021 65,855 miles

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

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

Rear Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.2.1 (b) (i))

under covers/trays fitted preventing full inspection

Fail 25 Aug 2021 65,828 miles

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

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

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

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

Rear Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.2.1 (b) (i))

under covers/trays fitted preventing full inspection

Pass 1 Jul 2020 63,627 miles

Nearside Front Inner Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))

Nearside Front tyre worn on inner

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

Fail 1 Jul 2020 63,627 miles

Nearside Front Inner Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))

Nearside Front tyre worn on inner

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

Offside Rear Other passenger door cannot be opened from outside the vehicle (6.2.3 (a))

Pass 25 Apr 2019 58,913 miles

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

under covers/trays fitted preventing full inspection

Pass 27 Apr 2018 54,318 miles

Nearside Rear Nail in tyre ()

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 5 Apr 2017 48,910 miles

Nearside Rear Nail in tyre ()

Fail 5 Apr 2017 48,910 miles

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Nearside Rear Nail in tyre ()

Pass 25 Apr 2016 43,213 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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ST13 SWX is a 2013 Volvo V40 in Blue with a 1,560cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 ST13 SWX, 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 ST13 SWX registered?

ST13 SWX is a 2013 Volvo V40, first registered on 22 June 2013.

Is ST13 SWX safe to buy?

The MOT history for ST13 SWX shows 15 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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