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2013 Volvo V40 1.6L Petrol · KO13 XEU

KO13 XEU

2013 Volvo V40 (1.6L, petrol). First registered 25 May 2013. Recorded mileage 33,710 miles. MOT valid until 13 Nov 2026. Taxed until 01 Dec 2026.

Make & Model
VOLVO V40
Year / Origin
2013 · Northampton
Safety Recall
Unknown
MOT Status
Valid until 13 Nov 2026
Road Tax
Taxed (01 Dec 2026)
Recorded Mileage
33,710 mi
ULEZ Compliance
ULEZ Compliant (Euro 4+)
Fuel & Engine
Petrol · 1.6L
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Common Faults
MOT Status
Valid
Valid until 13 Nov 2026
Tax Status
Taxed
Tax due 01 Dec 2026
Fuel Type
Petrol
Year
2013
Engine
1590cc
Mechanical Assessment

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The vehicle currently maintains a clean roadworthiness status, evidenced by the most recent MOT test on 14 November 2025. At 33,710 miles, the car passed with no defects or advisories recorded. This indicates a stable maintenance trend where the vehicle has met all DVSA safety and environmental standards without flagging mechanical failures during the latest inspection. The recorded mileage is exceptionally low for a 2013-registered vehicle, averaging approximately 2,593 miles per year over its 13-year life. While this low-usage pattern typically suggests minimal wear on the drivetrain and internal engine components, it also carries risks associated with material degradation from long periods of inactivity. The data leading up to the November 2025 test shows the vehicle has been kept in an operational state despite the infrequent use. A prospective buyer should focus their physical inspection on components susceptible to low-mileage neglect. Rubber elements such as suspension arm bushes, control arm bushings, and tyre sidewalls may dry out or crack due to age rather than distance travelled. You should also inspect the brake system for corrosion or seized calipers, which frequently occur when a vehicle is not driven regularly. Given the age of the Volvo, a thorough check of the underbody for structural integrity and surface rust is necessary to ensure the low mileage has not masked the effects of the chassis.
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KO13 XEU Key Findings

  • 1 MOT test recorded
  • Latest MOT passed on 14/11/2025
  • 33,710 miles recorded at latest MOT
  • No defects recorded at the latest MOT

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KO13 XEU MOT History

Vehicle record last updated: 20 Oct 2026, 16:50
MOT Analysis

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1 MOT test are recorded for this 2013 Volvo V40 (KO13 XEU) between November 2025 and November 2025.

The record contains 1 pass and 0 failures.

The record shows no MOT failures, although 0 advisory notices note items to monitor.

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ULEZ Compliant

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MOT Roadworthiness: Excellent

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