2013 Volvo V40 1.6L Petrol · LXZ 202
2013 Volvo V40 (1.6L, petrol). First registered 28 Sept 2013. Recorded mileage 74,516 miles. MOT expired on 27 Aug 2026. Taxed until 01 Oct 2026.
- Make & Model
- VOLVO V40
- Year / Origin
- 2013 · Sidcup (South East London)
- Safety Recall
- Unknown
- MOT Status
- Expired on 27 Aug 2026
- Road Tax
- Taxed (01 Oct 2026)
- Recorded Mileage
- 74,516 mi
- ULEZ Compliance
- ULEZ Compliant (Euro 4+)
- Fuel & Engine
- Petrol · 1.6L
- Reliability Guide
- Common Faults
LXZ 202 Key Findings
- 4 MOT tests recorded
- Latest MOT passed on 29/08/2025
- 74,516 miles recorded at latest MOT
- 3 defects noted at the latest MOT
Derived directly from the recorded DVSA and DVLA data shown on this page.
MOT Roadworthiness: Average
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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.
LXZ 202 Mileage History
- 20/09/202263,819 mi
- 27/09/202368,461 mi+4,642 mi
- 23/09/202470,989 mi+2,528 mi
- 29/08/202574,516 mi+3,527 mi
Average of roughly 3,638 miles per year across 4 recorded odometer readings.
LXZ 202 MOT History
Interpretation generated from the recorded test data above — not an official DVSA statement and not a substitute for an independent inspection.
4 MOT tests are recorded for this 2013 Volvo V40 (LXZ 202) between September 2022 and August 2025.
The record contains 4 passes and 0 failures.
The record shows no MOT failures, although 3 advisory notices note items to monitor.
Across all tests, the most frequently flagged areas are: Tyres (1 issue), Brakes (1 issue), Exhaust & Emissions (1 issue). Repeated mentions in one area can indicate an ongoing pattern worth checking in person.
In total 3 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.
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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