2013 Volvo V40 1.6L Diesel · OY13 XHR
2013 Volvo V40 (1.6L, diesel). First registered 26 Jul 2013. Recorded mileage 175,854 miles. MOT valid until 04 Oct 2027.
- Make & Model
- VOLVO V40
- Year / Origin
- 2013 · Oxford
- Safety Recall
- Unknown
- MOT Status
- Valid until 04 Oct 2027
- Road Tax
- —
- Recorded Mileage
- 175,854 mi
- ULEZ Compliance
- Non-Compliant (Pre-Euro 6 Diesel)
- Fuel & Engine
- Diesel · 1.6L
- Reliability Guide
- Common Faults
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OY13 XHR Key Findings
- 15 MOT tests recorded
- Latest MOT passed on 01/10/2026
- 175,854 miles recorded at latest MOT
- 4 historical MOT failures
- 1 defect noted at the latest MOT
- Recurring tyres items (11 mentions)
Derived directly from the recorded DVSA and DVLA data shown on this page.
OY13 XHR 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 (OY13 XHR) between May 2016 and October 2026.
The record contains 11 passes and 4 failures.
The most recent test on 01 October 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 (11 issues), Brakes (6 issues), Windscreen (4 issues), Exhaust & Emissions (1 issue), Lighting (1 issue). Repeated mentions in one area can indicate an ongoing pattern worth checking in person.
In total 16 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: “Nearside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))”; “Exhaust emissions exceed manufacturer's specified limit (8.2.2.2 (a))”; “Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))”.
OY13 XHR Mileage History
- 05/05/201634,589 mi
- 11/04/201748,450 mi+13,861 mi
- 03/05/201866,862 mi+18,412 mi
- 09/05/201866,906 mi+44 mi
- 30/04/201990,029 mi+23,123 mi
- 30/04/201990,029 mi
- 25/09/2020116,640 mi+26,611 mi
- 24/09/2021128,428 mi+11,788 mi
- 24/09/2021128,436 mi+8 mi
- 06/10/2022131,289 mi+2,853 mi
- 04/10/2023140,815 mi+9,526 mi
- 30/09/2024154,522 mi+13,707 mi
- 25/09/2025166,961 mi+12,439 mi
- 25/09/2025166,963 mi+2 mi
- 01/10/2026175,854 mi+8,891 mi
Average of roughly 13,574 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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