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WR08 ALF

2013 Volvo V40

Blue Diesel 1560cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires23 Jun 2027
Tests12 (11 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate91.7%

Mileage

89,827 mi
Last recorded89,827 miles
Recorded on20 Jun 2026
Typical for 2013 Volvo V4070,756 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationWR08 ALF
MakeVolvo
ModelV40
Year2013
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,560cc

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MOT History

11 pass 1 fail
Pass 20 Jun 2026 89,827 miles

Front Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened & parts rusty (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive axle & parts rusty (5.3.6 (a) (i))

cov ers on under body & parts

Pass 24 Jun 2025 81,059 miles
Pass 9 Oct 2024 77,881 miles
Pass 16 Oct 2023 73,799 miles

Items removed from driver's view prior to test Mobile holder

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

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Rear bush slightly deteriorated (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

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

Pass 24 Sep 2022 68,936 miles
Pass 11 Oct 2021 63,860 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 13 Oct 2020 58,148 miles
Pass 14 Oct 2019 51,676 miles
Pass 12 Oct 2018 44,747 miles
Pass 16 Oct 2017 38,870 miles
Pass 13 Oct 2016 30,117 miles
Fail 1 Oct 2016 30,031 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure inner sidewall (4.1.D.1b)

Nearside Rear Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure inner sidewall (4.1.D.1b)

Offside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

Front registration plate delaminated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

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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WR08 ALF is a 2013 Volvo V40 in Blue with a 1,560cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 91.7%.

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 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 WR08 ALF, 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 WR08 ALF registered?

WR08 ALF is a 2013 Volvo V40, first registered on 29 June 2013.

Is WR08 ALF safe to buy?

The MOT history for WR08 ALF shows 12 tests with a 91.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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