2013 Volvo V40 1.6L Diesel · NG13 TLU
2013 Volvo V40 (1.6L, diesel). First registered 18 Jul 2013. Recorded mileage 152,668 miles. MOT valid until 28 Mar 2027.
- Make & Model
- VOLVO V40
- Year / Origin
- 2013 · Newcastle
- Safety Recall
- Unknown
- MOT Status
- Valid until 28 Mar 2027
- Road Tax
- —
- Recorded Mileage
- 152,668 mi
- ULEZ Compliance
- Non-Compliant (Pre-Euro 6 Diesel)
- Fuel & Engine
- Diesel · 1.6L
- Reliability Guide
- Common Faults
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NG13 TLU Key Findings
- 17 MOT tests recorded
- Latest MOT passed on 05/03/2026
- 152,668 miles recorded at latest MOT
- 5 historical MOT failures
- 2 defects noted at the latest MOT
- Recurring brakes items (18 mentions)
Derived directly from the recorded DVSA and DVLA data shown on this page.
NG13 TLU MOT History
Interpretation generated from the recorded test data above — not an official DVSA statement and not a substitute for an independent inspection.
17 MOT tests are recorded for this 2013 Volvo V40 (NG13 TLU) between June 2016 and March 2026.
The record contains 12 passes and 5 failures.
The most recent test on 05 March 2026 was a pass, although the earlier record includes 5 failures that buyers may want to investigate.
Across all tests, the most frequently flagged areas are: Brakes (18 issues), Suspension (11 issues), Tyres (8 issues), Lighting (1 issue), Windscreen (1 issue). Repeated mentions in one area can indicate an ongoing pattern worth checking in person.
In total 25 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 Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))”; “Offside Front Brake disc significantly and obviously worn (1.1.14 (a) (i))”; “Offside Front Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))”.
NG13 TLU Mileage History
- 29/06/201629,161 mi
- 22/10/201629,430 mi+269 mi
- 28/03/201735,759 mi+6,329 mi
- 16/03/201851,960 mi+16,201 mi
- 19/03/201970,633 mi+18,673 mi
- 19/03/201970,633 mi
- 30/03/202086,005 mi+15,372 mi
- 30/03/202086,005 mi
- 12/03/202196,044 mi+10,039 mi
- 23/03/202196,401 mi+357 mi
- 03/03/2022108,162 mi+11,761 mi
- 07/03/2023118,159 mi+9,997 mi
- 11/03/2024128,774 mi+10,615 mi
- 12/03/2025142,419 mi+13,645 mi
- 12/03/2025142,419 mi
- 05/03/2026152,666 mi+10,247 mi
- 05/03/2026152,668 mi+2 mi
Average of roughly 12,757 miles per year across 17 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: Below Average
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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