2013 Volvo FH 12.8L Diesel · PO13 WMD

A single regulatory failure for a missing tachograph seal is the only blemish on an otherwise clean MOT record, with every other test since 2020 showing no safety‑related defects. The most recent pass on 15 December 2025 confirms that the vehicle currently satisfies the statutory roadworthiness criteria, and the pattern of successive passes suggests no recurring mechanical faults have been recorded. At 726,200 mi the 2013 Volvo FH averages roughly 55,800 mi per year, a mileage level that places it well above typical commercial‑vehicle usage. Such cumulative distance accelerates wear on high‑stress components such as the engine’s piston rings, turbocharger bearings, clutch disc, and the heavy‑duty suspension assemblies. The MOT history shows no testing gaps, indicating the vehicle has been regularly inspected, but the high annual accumulation means that consumables are likely approaching the end of their design life and will require close scrutiny. Prospective buyers should verify that the tachograph seal complies with regulation 26.3.f and that the unit itself is operational, as a missing or non‑official seal can render the vehicle illegal for road use in regulated transport. While the MOT has not flagged any brake or lighting faults, the mileage suggests that brake pads, discs and hydraulic lines should be examined for thinning, scoring or fluid leakage, and that the brake pedal should feel firm without excessive travel or pulsation under firm application. A thorough road‑test should include listening for clunks or knocks over bumps that could indicate worn suspension bushings, cracked leaf springs or deteriorated shock absorbers, and feeling for any steering pull that might reveal worn steering rack components. Engine idle should be steady without excessive smoke, and acceleration should be smooth without judder, which would point to clutch wear or turbocharger issues. Finally, inspect the exhaust for any black, blue or white smoke and check for oil or coolant residues around the valve cover and radiator hoses, as these are common early signs of wear in high‑mileage heavy‑duty units.