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2013 Volvo V40 1.6L Diesel · RG55 BUT

RG55 BUT

2013 Volvo V40 (1.6L, diesel). First registered 01/03/2013. Recorded mileage 108,423 miles. MOT valid until 28/03/2027. Taxed until 01/04/2027.

Make & Model
VOLVO V40
Year / Origin
2013 · Reading
MOT Status
Valid until 28/03/2027
Road Tax
Taxed (01/04/2027)
Recorded Mileage
108,423 mi
ULEZ Compliance
Non-Compliant (Pre-Euro 6 Diesel)
Fuel & Engine
DIESEL · 1.6L
Reliability Guide
Common Faults
MOT Status
Valid
Valid until 28/03/2027
Tax Status
Taxed
Tax due 01/04/2027
Fuel Type
DIESEL
Year
2013
Engine
1560cc
Mechanical Assessment

AI-generated interpretation of this vehicle’s MOT record — not an official statement and not a substitute for an independent inspection.

The vehicle is currently roadworthy, having passed its most recent MOT in March 2026 at 108,423 miles. The maintenance trend appears stable, following three consecutive years of clean passes between 2023 and 2025. While the car failed the March 2023 test for a low headlamp aim, this was a minor adjustment issue that did not indicate recurring mechanical or structural failures in subsequent inspections. The mileage profile is consistent with a well-used vehicle of this age, averaging approximately 8,340 miles per year. Between March 2025 and March 2026, the car covered 3,579 miles, indicating recent low-intensity usage. There are no significant gaps in the testing record to suggest long periods of standing, which often leads to seized brakes or rubber component degradation, though the most recent test result does highlight specific signs of age-related wear. A buyer should pay close attention to the front end geometry during a physical inspection. The March 2026 test flagged both the nearside and offside front tyres as worn on the inner edges with signs of perishing. This specific wear pattern suggests an alignment issue or worn suspension bushes that have not been addressed. If the alignment is not corrected, it will continue to cause premature tyre failure and potentially compromise handling stability.

RG55 BUT Key Findings

  • 5 MOT tests recorded
  • Latest MOT passed on 18/03/2026
  • 108,423 miles recorded at latest MOT
  • 1 historical MOT failure
  • 2 defects noted at the latest MOT
  • Recurring tyres items (2 mentions)

Derived directly from the recorded DVSA and DVLA data shown on this page.

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MOT Roadworthiness Analysis
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MOT Roadworthiness: Good

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✓ Good MOT pass rate (80%)
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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.

RG55 BUT Mileage History

  1. 08/03/202396,951 mi
  2. 08/03/202396,951 mi
  3. 14/03/2024100,965 mi+4,014 mi
  4. 10/03/2025104,844 mi+3,879 mi
  5. 18/03/2026108,423 mi+3,579 mi

Average of roughly 3,789 miles per year across 5 recorded odometer readings.

RG55 BUT MOT History

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MOT Analysis

Interpretation generated from the recorded test data above — not an official DVSA statement and not a substitute for an independent inspection.

5 MOT tests are recorded for this 2013 Volvo V40 (RG55 BUT) between March 2023 and March 2026.

The record contains 4 passes and 1 failure.

The most recent test on 18 March 2026 was a pass, although the earlier record includes 1 failure that buyers may want to investigate.

Across all tests, the most frequently flagged areas are: Tyres (2 issues), Lighting (1 issue). Repeated mentions in one area can indicate an ongoing pattern worth checking in person.

In total 2 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.

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