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AV63 XFC

2013 Volvo V40

Black Diesel 1560cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires9 Aug 2027
Tests16 (11 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate68.8%

Mileage

155,262 mi
Last recorded155,262 miles
Recorded on10 Aug 2026
Typical for 2013 Volvo V4070,756 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAV63 XFC
MakeVolvo
ModelV40
Year2013
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,560cc

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MOT History

11 pass 5 fail
Pass 10 Aug 2026 155,262 miles

Nearside Front Daytime running lamp not working

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Tyre has large splits on inner wall, consistent with having been run flat

Fail 6 Aug 2026 155,257 miles

Exhaust emissions test not completed because smoke levels are significantly in excess of the specified limit values (8.2.2.2 (f))

Nearside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Front Daytime running lamp not working

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Tyre has large splits on inner wall, consistent with having been run flat

Pass 6 Aug 2025 145,134 miles
Fail 6 Aug 2025 145,130 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))

Offside Rear Wheel bearing rough when rotated (5.1.3 (b) (i))

Pass 7 Aug 2024 134,650 miles
Fail 7 Aug 2024 134,650 miles

Exhaust emissions exceed default limit of 1.5m-1 (8.2.2.2 (b))

Pass 3 Aug 2023 119,682 miles
Pass 28 Jul 2022 107,474 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 4 Aug 2021 94,584 miles
Fail 3 Aug 2021 94,584 miles

Offside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Pass 29 Jul 2020 85,669 miles

Offside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 10 Aug 2019 73,607 miles
Pass 8 Dec 2018 69,047 miles
Fail 8 Dec 2018 69,047 miles

Parking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

Pass 25 Nov 2017 46,552 miles
Pass 18 Nov 2016 28,338 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

How Reliable is the Volvo V40?

Based on 1,865,374 MOT tests across 172,439 vehicles.

73.7%
Pass Rate
6,937
Miles/Year
30
Year Lifespan
172,439
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

position lamp(s) not working 66,595
Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 49,904
Brake pipe excessively corroded 43,421
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 28,897
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 27,218
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AV63 XFC is a 2013 Volvo V40 in Black with a 1,560cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 68.8%.

Across all 2013 Volvo V40 models, the average MOT pass rate is 79.7% with a typical mileage of 70,756 miles. This particular vehicle has a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

The most common reason a Volvo V40 fails its MOT is position lamp(s) not working, accounting for 66,595 recorded failures. If you're considering buying AV63 XFC, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Volvo V40 typically stays on UK roads for around 30 years. At 13 years old, this Volvo V40 is still in the earlier part of its expected life.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was AV63 XFC registered?

AV63 XFC is a 2013 Volvo V40, first registered on 14 December 2013.

Is AV63 XFC safe to buy?

The MOT history for AV63 XFC shows 16 tests with a 68.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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