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YS13 TFK

2013 Volvo V40

Bronze Diesel 1560cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires7 Aug 2027
Tests13 (11 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate84.6%

Mileage

165,787 mi
Last recorded165,787 miles
Recorded on8 Aug 2026
Typical for 2013 Volvo V4070,756 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYS13 TFK
MakeVolvo
ModelV40
Year2013
ColourBronze
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,560cc

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MOT History

11 pass 2 fail
Pass 8 Aug 2026 165,787 miles

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

Nearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement wishbone bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Offside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement wishbone bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front steering rack inner joint slight play

Offside Rear brake caliper anti rattle clip missing

Fail 30 Jul 2026 165,785 miles

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

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

Offside Front Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

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

Offside Obligatory mirror insecure (3.3 (b) (ii))

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

Nearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement wishbone bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Offside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement wishbone bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front steering rack inner joint slight play

Offside Rear brake caliper anti rattle clip missing

Pass 30 Jul 2025 148,200 miles
Pass 18 Jul 2024 132,290 miles
Pass 1 Aug 2023 125,084 miles
Pass 13 Jul 2022 108,098 miles
Pass 15 Jul 2021 94,300 miles
Pass 9 Jul 2020 77,806 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement LOLIPOP BUSH SPLITTING (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 26 Jul 2019 64,866 miles
Fail 26 Jul 2019 64,866 miles

Offside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 24 Jul 2018 47,821 miles
Pass 15 Jul 2017 32,660 miles
Pass 15 Jun 2016 18,078 miles

engine covers fitted obscuring some components in engine bay

under-trays fitted obscuring some components underside

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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YS13 TFK is a 2013 Volvo V40 in Bronze with a 1,560cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84.6%.

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 YS13 TFK, 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 YS13 TFK registered?

YS13 TFK is a 2013 Volvo V40, first registered on 1 August 2013.

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The MOT history for YS13 TFK shows 13 tests with a 84.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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