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DN63 VRP

2013 Volvo V40

Red Diesel 1560cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires8 Dec 2026
Tests14 (10 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

94,643 mi
Last recorded94,643 miles
Recorded on9 Dec 2025
Typical for 2013 Volvo V4070,756 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDN63 VRP
MakeVolvo
ModelV40
Year2013
ColourRed
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,560cc

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MOT History

10 pass 4 fail
Pass 9 Dec 2025 94,643 miles

Nearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Offside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Fail 8 Dec 2025 94,641 miles

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

Nearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

Nearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Offside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Pass 3 Dec 2024 86,574 miles

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

Fail 27 Nov 2024 86,461 miles

Nearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage fractured (5.3.3 (b) (ii)) DANGEROUS

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

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

Pass 22 Nov 2023 79,139 miles

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

Pass 21 Nov 2022 70,171 miles

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

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

Pass 26 Nov 2021 63,999 miles
Pass 24 Nov 2020 59,610 miles
Pass 23 Nov 2019 52,716 miles

Items removed from driver's view prior to test ()

heat shield insecure!

Fail 23 Nov 2019 52,716 miles

Items removed from driver's view prior to test ()

Rear Registration plate inscription illegible (dirty!) (0.1 (b))

heat shield insecure!

Pass 23 Nov 2018 40,272 miles
Fail 23 Nov 2018 40,268 miles

Offside Front Tyre not fitted in accordance with side wall instructions (5.2.3 (i))

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

Pass 22 Nov 2017 28,421 miles
Pass 28 Nov 2016 22,461 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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DN63 VRP is a 2013 Volvo V40 in Red with a 1,560cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.

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 DN63 VRP, 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 DN63 VRP registered?

DN63 VRP is a 2013 Volvo V40, first registered on 29 November 2013.

Is DN63 VRP safe to buy?

The MOT history for DN63 VRP shows 14 tests with a 71.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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