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2013 Volvo V40 1.6L Diesel · SK13 ADX

SK13 ADX

2013 Volvo V40 (1.6L, diesel). First registered 27 Mar 2013. Recorded mileage 82,587 miles. MOT valid until 12 Jan 2027. Taxed until 01 Jan 2027.

Make & Model
VOLVO V40
Year / Origin
2013 · Edinburgh
Safety Recall
Unknown
MOT Status
Valid until 12 Jan 2027
Road Tax
Taxed (01 Jan 2027)
Recorded Mileage
82,587 mi
ULEZ Compliance
Non-Compliant (Pre-Euro 6 Diesel)
Fuel & Engine
Diesel · 1.6L
Reliability Guide
Common Faults
MOT Status
Valid
Valid until 12 Jan 2027
Tax Status
Taxed
Tax due 01 Jan 2027
Fuel Type
Diesel
Year
2013
Engine
1560cc
Mechanical Assessment

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This Volvo V40 presents a stable roadworthiness profile with a clean maintenance trend. The most recent test on 10 January 2026 at 82,587 miles resulted in a pass with no defects recorded. This follows a consistent pattern of clean passes, suggesting the vehicle has been kept in a state of good repair without recurring mechanical failures. The mileage is typical for a 13 year old vehicle, averaging roughly 6,353 miles per year. Usage has remained steady, as seen between the December 2022 test at 67,928 miles and the January 2026 test at 82,587 miles. There is a minor anomaly in January 2024 where the vehicle failed on 2 January at 73,061 miles but passed a week later at 73,091 miles. The lack of recorded defects for that failure is unusual but indicates the issue was rectified immediately. The absence of advisories over the last four years is rare for a vehicle of this age. No recurring issues with suspension bushes, brake discs, or exhaust emissions appear in the record. There are no mentions of structural corrosion or weld repairs, which often plague older chassis. A physical inspection should focus on age-related wear that MOT tests sometimes overlook. Check the condition of the rubber seals and the service history for timing belt and water pump replacements, as these are critical maintenance items for this engine regardless of the clean MOT record. Verify the depth of the tyre treads and the condition of the brake pads to ensure consumables are not nearing the end of their life.
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SK13 ADX Key Findings

  • 5 MOT tests recorded
  • Latest MOT passed on 10/01/2026
  • 82,587 miles recorded at latest MOT
  • 1 historical MOT failure
  • No defects recorded at the latest MOT
  • Recurring tyres items (4 mentions)

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SK13 ADX MOT History

Vehicle record last updated: 10 Nov 2026, 04:31
MOT Analysis

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5 MOT tests are recorded for this 2013 Volvo V40 (SK13 ADX) between December 2022 and January 2026.

The record contains 4 passes and 1 failure.

The most recent test on 10 January 2026 was a pass, although the earlier record includes 1 failure that buyers may want to investigate.

Across all tests, the most frequently flagged areas are: Tyres (4 issues), Suspension (3 issues). Repeated mentions in one area can indicate an ongoing pattern worth checking in person.

In total 6 advisory notices are recorded. Advisories flag items that passed but may need attention before the next test; they are not evidence of how well the vehicle has been serviced.

Recorded failure items include: “Offside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))”.

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SK13 ADX Mileage History

  1. 28/12/202267,928 mi
  2. 02/01/202473,061 mi+5,133 mi
  3. 09/01/202473,091 mi+30 mi
  4. 13/01/202576,596 mi+3,505 mi
  5. 10/01/202682,587 mi+5,991 mi

Average of roughly 4,829 miles per year across 5 recorded odometer readings.

Technical Specifications

May be subject to ULEZ charges

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85
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MOT Roadworthiness: Good

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Buying Score
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Risk Level
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Est. Annual Cost
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Mileage
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Our Verdict

This 2013 Volvo V40 D2 (1560cc diesel) i

This red V40 D2 is a Euro 5 diesel with a 1560cc engine, so it sits outside many Clean Air Zone charge exemptions in cities such as Birmingham, Bath and Bristol — worth confirming local rules if you commute into a CAZ. With 82,587 miles on the clock, this is a higher-mileage example, so inspect service evidence carefully and ask for any recent timing belt and water pump replacement records; on the D2 1.6 diesel these are typically due around 100,000 miles or every five years. The 2024 failure centred on front coil springs and front inner tyres, both of which are model-typical wear items and common across the V40 range according to the aggregate failure data. Negotiate accordingly or ask for evidence of replacement before purchase.

The 1.6 D2 diesel should return around 55-65 mpg in real-world mixed driving, giving excellent fuel economy for a family hatch of this size. Road tax is £20-£30 per year as it falls in a low VED band, although diesel V40s lose their CAZ exemption advantage in some cities. Insurance is typically group 17-20, so expect £400-£600 annually for a typical driver. Routine servicing on the D2 is reasonably priced at around £150-£250 per visit if using an independent garage, though DPF and EGR issues are a known weak spot for high-mileage examples — budget an extra £200-£400 if a clean has been needed.

Given the 2024 failure for fractured and corroded front coil springs, jack the car up and inspect both front springs for cracks, sagging or corrosion, and check the front shock absorbers for fresh oil misting — the 2025 advisory already noted light misting on the offside front shock. Inspect all four tyres for uneven inner-edge wear, as the 2024 failure recorded the same inner-edge pattern on both front tyres, which can indicate worn suspension bushes or alignment drift; a fresh geometry check is advisable. Beyond the MOT history, on a 13-year-old diesel V40 check the EGR valve and DPF for warning lights, listen for timing chain rattle on cold start, and verify that the timing belt has been replaced. Also test the infotainment and climate controls, as V40 electronic modules can be temperamental with age.

Across the five MOT records shown, this SK13ADX V40 has recorded one failure (January 2024) and four passes, with the most recent pass on 10 January 2026 at 82,587 miles showing no advisories. The intervening tests noted a light shock absorber misting in 2025 and the earlier tyre and coil spring issues. Mileage growth is steady at roughly 4,000-6,000 miles per year between recorded tests, broadly consistent with the model average of around 8,000 miles annually for V40s of this age. Overall the recorded history is acceptable but not exemplary, with suspension components already showing wear.

Across more than 104,000 V40s analysed, the model achieves an 80.7% MOT pass rate, with the top failure reasons being tyres, coil springs and headlamp issues — all of which appear in this specific vehicle's history. This places the V40 broadly in line with family hatch rivals of the same period.

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