Should I check the MOT history before buying a 2013 Volvo Fh?

Yes. Look for recurring advisories — slow-building issues like corrosion or brake wear patterns show up years before they become failures. A full MOT history analysis will highlight patterns that a single test result won't reveal.

What corrosion should I look for when inspecting a 2013 Volvo Fh?

Check brake pipes, sills, subframes, and chassis legs. Surface rust is normal at this age; structural rust is a serious problem that is expensive to fix and can fail an MOT.

How are tyres and brakes typically on a 2013 Volvo Fh?

Tyres and brakes are the most common advisory items on vehicles of this age. Budget for replacement if they are near the limit, and factor this into your offer price.

Is the 2013 Volvo Fh reliable?

Based on MOT data from 220 vehicles, the 2013 Volvo Fh has a first-time MOT pass rate of 86.6%, indicating generally reliable for its class. Always check the full MOT history of any specific vehicle before buying.

Do I need an HPI check when buying a 2013 Volvo Fh?

Yes. The MOT history will not show outstanding finance, insurance write-offs, or stolen status. An HPI check covers these areas and should be part of any used car purchase.

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Volvo Fh (2013)

220 real MOT outcomes analysed • 86.6% first-time pass rate

2013 Volvo Fh

CarHunch analysed 220 real MOT records for the 2013 Volvo Fh. Real test outcomes — pass rates, defect profiles, mileage data — from verified DVLA records. Updated as new MOTs are recorded.
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The 2013 Volvo FH passes its MOT on the first attempt 86.6% of the time, comfortably above the UK average of 80%, and has never recorded a dangerous defect across the 220 vehicles analysed. This is a genuinely strong result for a heavy commercial vehicle now over a decade old.

These trucks have covered serious mileage—a median of 751,368 miles—yet they're still holding up well, with less than one failure per vehicle on average and virtually no advisories to worry about. The FH's reputation for durability is well earned; if you're buying one, focus your pre-purchase inspection on service history and tyre condition rather than expecting hidden structural problems.

We have limited data for the 2013 Volvo Fh — treat the figures below as indicative rather than definitive.

First-time pass

86.6%

UK average ~80%

Around average

Dangerous (ever)

At least once in MOT history

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Avg failures / car

0.95

Over 6.4 tests on record

Moderate

Typical mileage

751k

Middle half: 620k–867k

For context

These stats describe 220 vehicles as a group. The specific vehicle you're looking at could be the one good example or the one outlier. Run its registration to find out.

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Based on MOT data from 220 vehicles — here's what to check.

📋 Check the full MOT history. 0% of these vehicles have had a dangerous defect recorded - recurring advisories often signal problems years before they become failures.
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🔍 Brake pipes, sills and subframes are the key areas on a vehicle this age — structural rust is hard to spot without getting underneath. A mechanic will check all of this before you commit, and give you a concrete basis to negotiate on price. Inspection →
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Pass Rate by Fuel Type

Fuel type	Vehicles	Pass rate	Avg failures
Diesel (99%)	217	86.6%	0.94

Colour Breakdown

Based on 2,094 Volvo Fh vehicles registered in the UK — across all years. From DVLA registration records.

White 63.8%

1,337

Red 7.7%

162

Blue 6.8%

142

Yellow 6.4%

133

Orange 5.1%

107

Green 4.5%

Black 1.9%

Silver 1.7%

Multicoloured 0.8%

Grey 0.8%

Unknown 0.5%

Mileage Distribution

Most 2013 Volvo Fh vehicles sit in the blue band. If the vehicle you're looking at is outside it, it's either unusually low or high mileage for its age.

751,368

typical

619,863

low mileage

866,942

high mileage

Half of all 2013 Volvo Fh vehicles fall between 619,863 and 866,942 miles.

Is the mileage you're seeing normal?

✓ Under 619,863 miles — lower than most. Could be great, or could be a vehicle that rarely moved. Check test frequency and mileage progression in the MOT history.

✓ 619,863–866,942 miles — normal for age. This is where most 2013 Volvo Fhs sit.

⚠ Over 1,170,371 miles — higher than typical. Not necessarily a problem, but check service history and look out for advisory build-up on tyres and brakes.

2013 Volvo Fh — Still on the Road

Numbers are thinning — 45% of 2013 Volvo Fhs are still active.

Numbers are declining — 79 vehicles still getting MOTs in 2025 (45% of peak).

Based on vehicles from this manufacture year that had at least one MOT test in each calendar year. Data from 2017–2025.
* The 2020 dip reflects the government's COVID-19 MOT exemption, which allowed certificates to be extended by six months — fewer tests were conducted that year.

MOT History Averages

6.4

Avg MOT tests per vehicle

0.95

Avg failures per vehicle

Avg advisories per vehicle

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