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FL63 KYU

2013 Volvo V40

Blue Diesel 1560cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires9 Aug 2027
Tests17 (11 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate64.7%

Mileage

158,845 mi
Last recorded158,845 miles
Recorded on29 Jul 2026
Typical for 2013 Volvo V4070,756 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFL63 KYU
MakeVolvo
ModelV40
Year2013
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,560cc

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MOT History

11 pass 6 fail
Pass 29 Jul 2026 158,845 miles

Axle swivel pins and bushes swivel pin and/or bush slightly worn Both rear trailing arm bush's started to de-bond (5.1.2 (b) (i))

Front Coil spring corroded Both sides (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Fail 29 Jul 2026 158,845 miles

Axle swivel pins and bushes swivel pin and/or bush slightly worn Both rear trailing arm bush's started to de-bond (5.1.2 (b) (i))

Front Coil spring corroded Both sides (5.3.1 (b) (i))

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

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

Pass 7 Aug 2025 145,543 miles

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Discoloured as got hot (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

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

Offside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin Inner pad (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

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

Rear Axle swivel pins and bushes swivel pin and/or bush slightly worn Trailing arm bush's started to de-bond (5.1.2 (b) (i))

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

Pass 7 Aug 2024 130,493 miles

Axle swivel pins and bushes swivel pin and/or bush slightly worn Both rear trailing arms bush's started to de-bond (5.1.2 (b) (i))

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

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

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

Pass 10 Aug 2023 114,700 miles

Rear Axle swivel pins and bushes swivel pin and/or bush slightly worn Both rear trailing ame's bush's started to de-bond (5.1.2 (b) (i))

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

Fail 9 Aug 2023 114,700 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure perished and showing cords on inner edge (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Rear Axle swivel pins and bushes swivel pin and/or bush slightly worn Both rear trailing ame's bush's started to de-bond (5.1.2 (b) (i))

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

Pass 3 Aug 2022 98,012 miles

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

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Perished and started to split (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Rear Axle swivel pins and bushes swivel pin and/or bush slightly worn Both rear trailing arm bush's started to de-bond (5.1.2 (b) (i))

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

Pass 15 Jul 2021 84,705 miles
Pass 10 Aug 2020 77,937 miles
Fail 10 Aug 2020 77,937 miles

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

Pass 31 Jul 2019 67,073 miles
Fail 30 Jul 2019 67,021 miles

Brake lever has insufficient reserve travel (1.1.2 (a))

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

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 18 Jul 2018 49,770 miles
Fail 17 Jul 2018 49,719 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm + is worn unevenly (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

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

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

Pass 27 Jul 2017 34,059 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Fail 26 Jul 2017 34,008 miles

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 29 Jul 2016 18,151 miles

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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FL63 KYU is a 2013 Volvo V40 in Blue with a 1,560cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 64.7%.

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 FL63 KYU, 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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What year was FL63 KYU registered?

FL63 KYU is a 2013 Volvo V40, first registered on 27 September 2013.

Is FL63 KYU safe to buy?

The MOT history for FL63 KYU shows 17 tests with a 64.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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