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DE63 PBU

2013 Volvo V40

Blue Diesel 1560cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires17 Feb 2026
Tests13 (9 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate69.2%

Mileage

139,923 mi
Last recorded139,923 miles
Recorded on14 Feb 2025
Typical for 2013 Volvo V4070,756 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDE63 PBU
MakeVolvo
ModelV40
Year2013
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,560cc

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MOT History

9 pass 4 fail
Pass 14 Feb 2025 139,923 miles

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

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

Offside Rear Shock absorbers has a reduced damping effect (5.3.2 (d))

Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

front of vehicle has accident damage

Fail 10 Feb 2025 139,922 miles

Emission control equipment obviously modified DPF pressure pipes removed (8.2.2.1 (a))

Exhaust diesel particulate filter shows evidence of tampering. (8.2.2.1 (c))

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

Exhaust on a vehicle fitted with a diesel particulate filter emits visible smoke of any colour (8.2.2.2 (d))

Nearside Front Direction indicator not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))

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

Offside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))

Parking brake lever has excessive movement indicating incorrect adjustment (1.1.6 (c))

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid wipers not tested (3.5 (a))

Nearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 205/50/17 (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

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

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

Offside Rear Shock absorbers has a reduced damping effect (5.3.2 (d))

Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

front of vehicle has accident damage

Pass 29 Jan 2024 128,081 miles

Front bumper insecure

Nearside Bonnet primary retaining device slightly deteriorated (3.1 (c))

Offside Front damage

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Fail 29 Jan 2024 128,081 miles

Front bumper insecure

Nearside Bonnet primary retaining device slightly deteriorated (3.1 (c))

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

Offside Front damage

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 15 Feb 2023 123,001 miles

Front Body panel slightly loose front bumper (6.2.1 (a) (i))

Front Bonnet primary retaining device slightly deteriorated (3.1 (c))

Front Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Offside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))

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

Fail 15 Feb 2023 123,000 miles

Offside Rear Fuel pipe leaking (6.1.3 (b) (i))

Front Body panel slightly loose front bumper (6.2.1 (a) (i))

Front Bonnet primary retaining device slightly deteriorated (3.1 (c))

Front Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Offside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))

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

Pass 18 Feb 2022 109,120 miles
Pass 22 Jan 2021 106,037 miles
Fail 22 Jan 2021 106,037 miles

Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.2.2 (g))

Nearside Rear Lower Shock absorbers insecurely attached (5.3.2 (a) (i))

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

Pass 20 Jan 2020 101,156 miles
Pass 9 Nov 2018 93,175 miles
Pass 17 Oct 2017 89,469 miles

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit Wearing on inner edge (4.1.E.1)

Pass 17 Oct 2016 61,867 miles

Front tyres worn low on edges and on 2mm tread depth.

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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DE63 PBU is a 2013 Volvo V40 in Blue with a 1,560cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 69.2%.

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 DE63 PBU, 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.

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DE63 PBU is a 2013 Volvo V40, first registered on 25 October 2013.

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