2013 Volvo V40 2.0L Diesel · DG13 FWB
2013 Volvo V40 (2.0L, diesel). First registered 22 May 2013. Recorded mileage 154,659 miles. MOT valid until 23 Jun 2027.
- Make & Model
- VOLVO V40
- Year / Origin
- 2013 · Chester
- Safety Recall
- Unknown
- MOT Status
- Valid until 23 Jun 2027
- Road Tax
- —
- Recorded Mileage
- 154,659 mi
- ULEZ Compliance
- Non-Compliant (Pre-Euro 6 Diesel)
- Fuel & Engine
- Diesel · 2.0L
- Reliability Guide
- Common Faults
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DG13 FWB Key Findings
- 15 MOT tests recorded
- Latest MOT passed on 29/05/2026
- 154,659 miles recorded at latest MOT
- 4 historical MOT failures
- 1 defect noted at the latest MOT
- Recurring tyres items (9 mentions)
Derived directly from the recorded DVSA and DVLA data shown on this page.
DG13 FWB MOT History
Interpretation generated from the recorded test data above — not an official DVSA statement and not a substitute for an independent inspection.
15 MOT tests are recorded for this 2013 Volvo V40 (DG13 FWB) between May 2016 and May 2026.
The record contains 11 passes and 4 failures.
The most recent test on 29 May 2026 was a pass, although the earlier record includes 4 failures that buyers may want to investigate.
Across all tests, the most frequently flagged areas are: Tyres (9 issues), Lighting (3 issues), Suspension (1 issue), Brakes (1 issue). Repeated mentions in one area can indicate an ongoing pattern worth checking in person.
In total 11 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 Rear Other passenger door cannot be opened from outside the vehicle (6.2.3 (a))”; “Offside Rear Wheel bearing rough when rotated (5.1.3 (b) (i))”; “Offside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))”.
DG13 FWB Mileage History
- 25/05/201619,654 mi
- 19/05/201737,001 mi+17,347 mi
- 24/05/201858,044 mi+21,043 mi
- 23/05/201976,631 mi+18,587 mi
- 24/05/201976,631 mi
- 25/06/202094,705 mi+18,074 mi
- 22/06/2021106,236 mi+11,531 mi
- 14/06/2022117,744 mi+11,508 mi
- 20/06/2022117,748 mi+4 mi
- 20/06/2023132,553 mi+14,805 mi
- 20/06/2023132,553 mi
- 06/06/2024138,539 mi+5,986 mi
- 03/06/2025146,403 mi+7,864 mi
- 04/06/2025146,403 mi
- 29/05/2026154,659 mi+8,256 mi
Average of roughly 13,487 miles per year across 15 recorded odometer readings.
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Known faults for Volvo V40
Our database tracks 5 specific mechanical faults and recurring failure patterns identified across UK MOT testing stations for this generation.
MOT Roadworthiness: Good
This rating reflects historical MOT pass rates and recurring advisory wear patterns from official DVSA test logs. Note that roadworthiness does not verify outstanding finance, insurance write-offs, or stolen records.
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Common Problems: VOLVO V40
Known issues reported by owners and MOT testers.
- Air conditioning compressor failure(Moderate)
Compressors can seize or stop cooling properly, and in the worst cases the auxiliary belt can be affected too.
- Snapped rear coil springs(Moderate)
The V40 is known for snapping its rear coil springs, often discovered during MOT tests or as a metallic clinking sound over bumps.
- Water ingress around windscreen and scuttle(Moderate)
Poor sealing can let water into the passenger footwell and eventually upset electrical modules or create persistent misting.
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- Air conditioning compressor failureModerate
Compressors can seize or stop cooling properly, and in the worst cases the auxiliary belt can be affected too.
- Snapped rear coil springsModerate
The V40 is known for snapping its rear coil springs, often discovered during MOT tests or as a metallic clinking sound over bumps.
- Water ingress around windscreen and scuttleModerate
Poor sealing can let water into the passenger footwell and eventually upset electrical modules or create persistent misting.
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