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AY63 ESF

2013 Volvo V40

Bronze Diesel 1560cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires18 Jun 2027
Tests14 (11 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate78.6%

Mileage

132,170 mi
Last recorded132,170 miles
Recorded on25 May 2026
Typical for 2013 Volvo V4070,756 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAY63 ESF
MakeVolvo
ModelV40
Year2013
ColourBronze
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,560cc

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MOT History

11 pass 3 fail
Pass 25 May 2026 132,170 miles
Pass 26 May 2025 127,465 miles
Pass 6 Jun 2024 123,270 miles
Pass 1 Jun 2023 115,941 miles

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

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

Pass 24 May 2022 108,878 miles
Fail 24 May 2022 108,876 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 19 Jun 2021 99,234 miles

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Pass 6 Mar 2020 96,962 miles
Pass 20 Aug 2019 91,890 miles

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

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

Fail 20 Aug 2019 91,890 miles

Offside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

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

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

Pass 10 Aug 2018 81,789 miles

engine covers fitted

under trays fitted front to rear

Pass 14 Aug 2017 69,019 miles
Fail 14 Aug 2017 69,019 miles

Rear fog lamp not working loose connection (1.3.2b)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 25 Aug 2016 52,500 miles

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

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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AY63 ESF is a 2013 Volvo V40 in Bronze with a 1,560cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.6%.

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 AY63 ESF, 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 AY63 ESF registered?

AY63 ESF is a 2013 Volvo V40, first registered on 2 September 2013.

Is AY63 ESF safe to buy?

The MOT history for AY63 ESF shows 14 tests with a 78.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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