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FV63 DRZ

2013 Volvo V40

Black Diesel 1560cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires26 Apr 2027
Tests14 (10 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

87,616 mi
Last recorded87,616 miles
Recorded on27 Apr 2026
Typical for 2013 Volvo V4070,756 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFV63 DRZ
MakeVolvo
ModelV40
Year2013
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,560cc

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MOT History

10 pass 4 fail
Pass 27 Apr 2026 87,616 miles

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

Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing x2nsr,osr (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 22 Apr 2025 84,890 miles

Offside Front Lower Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Pass 9 Feb 2024 81,142 miles

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened x2 nsr osr (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin x2 nsr osr (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 2 Feb 2023 77,401 miles

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

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

Nearside Front Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))

Nearside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Offside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

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

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

Fail 24 Jan 2023 77,220 miles

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

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

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

Nearside Front Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))

Nearside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Offside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

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

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

Rear Registration plate inscription illegible Dirty (0.1 (b))

Pass 17 Jan 2022 72,600 miles
Fail 17 Jan 2022 72,600 miles

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

Nearside Inner Steering linkage ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Pass 22 Jan 2021 65,617 miles

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

Fail 22 Jan 2021 65,617 miles

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

Rear Registration plate inscription illegible Dirty (0.1 (b))

Pass 21 Jan 2020 61,149 miles

Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

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

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

Nearside Rear Nail in tyre ()

Pass 16 Jan 2019 56,707 miles
Pass 20 Jan 2018 50,955 miles
Fail 19 Jan 2018 50,895 miles

Nearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Pass 24 Jan 2017 42,667 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit 205/50 17 (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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FV63 DRZ is a 2013 Volvo V40 in Black 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 FV63 DRZ, 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 FV63 DRZ registered?

FV63 DRZ is a 2013 Volvo V40, first registered on 23 December 2013.

Is FV63 DRZ safe to buy?

The MOT history for FV63 DRZ 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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