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YK13 MKP

2013 Volvo V40

Red Diesel 1560cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires22 Aug 2026
Tests19 (11 pass, 8 fail)
Pass rate57.9%

Mileage

206,894 mi
Last recorded206,894 miles
Recorded on21 Aug 2025
Typical for 2013 Volvo V4070,756 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYK13 MKP
MakeVolvo
ModelV40
Year2013
ColourRed
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,560cc

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MOT History

11 pass 8 fail
Pass 21 Aug 2025 206,894 miles

Fluid leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 22 Aug 2024 199,804 miles
Fail 22 Aug 2024 199,804 miles

Offside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

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

Fail 16 Aug 2024 199,592 miles

Exhaust emissions exceed manufacturer's specified limit (8.2.2.2 (a))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 22 Aug 2023 190,460 miles

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Fail 22 Aug 2023 190,460 miles

Exhaust emissions exceed manufacturer's specified limit (8.2.2.2 (a))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Fail 18 Aug 2023 190,458 miles

Exhaust emissions exceed manufacturer's specified limit (8.2.2.2 (a))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 23 Aug 2022 181,402 miles

Offside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 23 Aug 2021 176,698 miles

Offside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Fail 20 Aug 2021 176,670 miles

Driver's door cannot be opened from inside the vehicle (6.2.3 (a))

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Offside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 12 Aug 2020 174,075 miles

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 14 Aug 2019 158,379 miles

Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge nearside and offside (5.2.3 (e))

Fail 14 Aug 2019 158,379 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

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

Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge nearside and offside (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 14 Aug 2018 130,222 miles

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Fail 14 Aug 2018 130,222 miles

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

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 15 Aug 2017 101,243 miles

Brakes ; Brake pads unevenly worn , rear , offside worn thin

Drivers view ; Screen washers require attention

Engine / bay covers , under guards & mouldings fitted , restricting views

Tyres ; Tread close to wear limit bars , at 3 mm

Pass 3 Mar 2017 96,693 miles
Fail 2 Mar 2017 96,613 miles

Nearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

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

Pass 23 Feb 2016 71,710 miles

Rear both outer seats have child seats fitted

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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YK13 MKP is a 2013 Volvo V40 in Red with a 1,560cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 57.9%.

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 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 YK13 MKP, 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 YK13 MKP registered?

YK13 MKP is a 2013 Volvo V40, first registered on 1 March 2013.

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