BG13 YFV

2013 VOLVO — MOT History, Mileage & AI Check

Data from DVLA & DVSA records, last checked 11 June 2026.

Vehicle details

Make & model
VOLVO
Year
2013
Fuel
DIESEL
Colour
WHITE
Engine
1560 cc
Tax status (as of 11 June 2026)
SORN
MOT status (as of 11 June 2026)
Valid
MOT due
5 August 2026 (52 days away)
Last recorded mileage
22,968 mi

AI verdict CAUTION 35/100

AI analysis by CarGPT, generated 11 June 2026 from this vehicle's MOT record. Not professional advice — always inspect before buying.

This 2013 Volvo has 15 MOT tests on record with a 67% pass rate and 22,968 miles. While mileage is consistent, the sheer volume of past failures and the persistent nature of issues like brake pads and tyres demand thorough investigation.

The vehicle shows consistent annual mileage averaging 9,981 miles/year, with no suspicious drops or implausibly low usage, though recent intervals have been variable.

Things to check

  • Recurring major suspension failures (Apr 2025, Aug 2025) and advisories (May 2018, May 2020) indicate chronic neglect.
  • Persistent brake pad wear advisories (Apr 2023, Apr 2024, Apr 2025) and disc wear (Apr 2025) suggest a systemic problem.
  • Multiple recurring light failures (Apr 2023, Apr 2024) and advisories (May 2018, May 2020) point to a pattern of electrical or mechanical issues.
  • The vehicle has been on SORN status since 2013, raising questions about its maintenance history and current roadworthiness.

Working in its favour

  • Euro NCAP (2017): 5-star safety rating.
  • Most recent MOT passed despite 5 historical failures
  • Consistent annual mileage averaging 9,981 miles/year, indicating regular use without suspicious gaps.
  • Valid MOT until August 2026, providing immediate peace of mind for roadworthiness.

Mileage history

Jun 2016: 22,968 mi PASSMay 2017: 29,877 mi PASSMay 2018: 37,875 mi FAILMay 2018: 37,925 mi PASSMay 2019: 48,279 mi FAILMay 2019: 48,279 mi PASSMay 2020: 65,119 mi PASSMay 2021: 72,947 mi PASSApr 2022: 86,809 mi PASSApr 2023: 98,348 mi PASSApr 2024: 106,867 mi FAILApr 2024: 107,060 mi PASSApr 2025: 125,189 mi FAILAug 2025: 125,792 mi FAILAug 2025: 125,793 mi PASS126k74k23kJun 2016Aug 2025

MOT test history — 10/15 passed

DateResultMileageDefects & advisories
Jun 2016 PASS 22,968 mi None recorded
May 2017 PASS 29,877 mi None recorded
May 2018 FAIL 37,875 mi
ADVISORY Nearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
ADVISORY Offside Front tyre wearing on inner edge
ADVISORY Rear brake pads getting low
ADVISORY Nearside Rear tyre wearing unevenly
DANGEROUS Nearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
DANGEROUS Offside Front Inner Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
MAJOR Nearside Front Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))
May 2018 PASS 37,925 mi
ADVISORY Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2.8mm + smooth inner edge (5.2.3 (e))
May 2019 FAIL 48,279 mi
PRS Nearside Rear Seat belt buckle not functioning as intended (7.1.2 (d))
May 2019 PASS 48,279 mi None recorded
May 2020 PASS 65,119 mi None recorded
May 2021 PASS 72,947 mi None recorded
Apr 2022 PASS 86,809 mi None recorded
Apr 2023 PASS 98,348 mi
MINOR Nearside Front Obligatory mirror slightly loose (3.3 (b) (i))
MINOR Nearside Front Position lamp with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.2.1 (a) (i))
ADVISORY Nearside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
ADVISORY Offside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
ADVISORY Front Inner Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
ADVISORY Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
Apr 2024 FAIL 106,867 mi
MAJOR Nearside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
MAJOR Nearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
MAJOR Offside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
MAJOR Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
MAJOR Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
MINOR Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
ADVISORY Central Stop lamp(s) non-obligatory stop lamp not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
ADVISORY Front Undertray not fully secure (8.1.1 (b) (i))
ADVISORY Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
Apr 2024 PASS 107,060 mi
MINOR Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
ADVISORY Central Stop lamp(s) non-obligatory stop lamp not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
ADVISORY Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
Apr 2025 FAIL 125,189 mi
MAJOR Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
MAJOR Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))
MAJOR Offside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
MAJOR Nearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
MAJOR Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
ADVISORY Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
ADVISORY Nearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
ADVISORY Offside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
ADVISORY Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge inner edge (5.2.3 (e))
MINOR Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
ADVISORY Central Stop lamp(s) non-obligatory stop lamp not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
Aug 2025 FAIL 125,792 mi
MAJOR Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
MINOR Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
ADVISORY Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin Both (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
ADVISORY Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
MAJOR Nearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
Aug 2025 PASS 125,793 mi
MINOR Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
ADVISORY Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin Both (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
ADVISORY Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

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